Bebinca: a rich, multi-layered Goan dessert
One of the most popular Christmas treats in India is Bebinca, a rich, multi-layered Goan dessert. Made with coconut milk, eggs, and sugar, it’s a labor of love that’s worth every bite.
Bebinca Recipe:
- Ingredients:1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup flour
- 12 egg yolks
- 2 tbsp ghee
- A pinch of nutmeg
Preparation:
Preparation:
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- In a bowl, mix the coconut milk and sugar until the sugar dissolves.
- Gradually add the egg yolks, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Add the flour and nutmeg, mixing until smooth.
- Grease a baking pan with ghee. Pour a thin layer of the batter into the pan and bake until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven, spread a thin layer of ghee over the baked layer, then add another layer of batter. Repeat the process until all the batter is used.
- Allow the Bebinca to cool before slicing and serving.
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