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Best Desserts in Lisbon Portugal

Portugal is famous for its unique desserts, which draw from centuries-old recipes blending influences from Moorish, monastic, and regional traditions. From the most iconic Pastel de Nata, a custard tart with a caramelized top Pastel De Nata to Queijadas de Sintra, mini cheesecakes made with fresh cheese. Portugal has a lot of options to eat in terms of desserts and it offers a unique taste based on the regions you are in Portugal.

 

Pasel De Nata

The Pastel de Nata is a traditional Portuguese custard tart with origins dating back to the 18th century, first made by Catholic monks at the Jerónimos Monastery in Lisbon. These pastries are small, round, and have a flaky, buttery crust and the top of the custard is caramelized under high heat.

One of the best Pastel De Nata in Lisbon is sold by Manteigaria. They have lot of branches in the city so you can choose whichever one is nearest to you. The pastry shop is usually crowded and you can also see how Pastel de Nata is made from scratch in the shop.

Pastel de nata

Pastel de Belem

The Pastel de Belém is a specific, historically protected version of the Pastel de Nata, originating from the Belém district in Lisbon. These pastries are unique because they are made exclusively at the Fábrica de Pastéis de Belém, a bakery near the Jerónimos Monastery, using a secret recipe that dates back to 1837.

Since the recipe is secret, there is only one place is Lisbon where you get the Pastel de Belem in Portugal.

Travesseiro

Travesseiro is a traditional Portuguese pastry originating from the picturesque town of Sintra. Named after the Portuguese word for “pillow” due to its elongated, pillow-like shape.

Created by the Piriquita bakery in the 1940s, the Travesseiro recipe has remained a closely guarded secret, making Piriquita’s version a must-try if you are visiting Sintra on a day trip from Lisbon.

Queijadas

Queijadas are traditional Portuguese cheesecakes, small in size but rich in history and flavor, originating from Sintra.

Queijada features a thin, crisp pastry shell filled with a mixture of fresh cheese (usually cow’s or sheep’s cheese). It is available at many bakeries in Sintra. The one we tried was a Casa Piriquita.

 

queijada de sintra

Bola de arroz

Bola de Arroz is a classic Portuguese pastry known for its light, fluffy texture and subtly sweet flavor. Its name translates to “rice cake,” reflecting the use of rice flour in its batter, which gives it a distinctively soft and airy crumb.

It is  commonly enjoyed as a breakfast or snack item alongside coffee or tea and hence it is a popular option amongst bakeries in Lisbon to eat.

Bola de arroz portugal

Bola de Berlim

Bola de Berlim is a popular Portuguese pastry inspired by the German Berliner but with a Portuguese twist. It’s a soft, round doughnut, usually without a hole, that is generously filled with a rich, creamy egg yolk custard known as doce de ovos.

These pastries are commonly sold in bakeries and at beach stands, especially during the summer.

Arroz doce (rice pudding)

Arroz Doce is a classic Portuguese rice pudding, known for its creamy texture and warm, comforting flavors of lemon and cinnamon. The pudding is a staple dessert in Portuguese households, especially during celebrations.

Arroz Doce Rice Pudding

FAQ :

What is the most popular dessert in portugal?

The most popular dessert in Portugal is Pastel de nata and it is also sold heavily throughout the country.

What is the famous pastry in Lisbon, Portugal?

Pastel de Nata and Travesseiro are the most popular pastries in Lisbon Portugal.

What is the traditional sweet of Lisbon?

There are many sweets which are traditional including Arroz Doce and Pastel de Nata.

 

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