Queijadas are delightful Portuguese custard cupcakes that pack a creamy, lemony flavor into each bite, perfect for dessert lovers.

Scale

1 stick (8 tbsp.) butter

cut into chunks

3 1/2 cups whole milk

1 1/2 cups flour

1/4 tsp. baking powder

4 eggs

3 1/4 cups sugar

1 tsp. vanilla extract

Zest of 2 lemons

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin or line it with cupcake liners.
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and then add the whole milk, stirring until warm but not boiling.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until smooth.
Slowly add the warm milk mixture to the egg mixture, whisking continuously to avoid cooking the eggs.
Pour the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the Queijadas cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

These cupcakes can be served warm or at room temperature and are best enjoyed fresh.

Keywords: Queijadas, Portuguese Custard Cupcakes, dessert, baking, custard