Brazilian · dessert
Quindim
Quindim reads sweetness 7.8, richness 6.9 and umami 4.2 on Palate's 0–10 flavor X-ray — a Brazilian dessert, about 1 hr 10 min. Measured from the recipe itself: ingredients and technique.
The flavor X-ray — six axes, 0–10
- Umami & Savory — 4.3 / 10
- Sweet & Fruity — 8.1 / 10
- Sour & Bright — 0.0 / 10
- Bitter & Earthy — 0.6 / 10
- Rich & Fat — 7.9 / 10
- Aromatic & Spice — 3.3 / 10
The measured notes (of 18)
Sweetness 7.8 · Richness 6.9 · Umami 4.2 · Floral 3.3 · Nutty 3.3 · Fruity 1.0 · Salinity 0.8 · Bitterness 0.6
What's in it (6)
- 8 egg yolks
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter melted
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 tbsp sugar for caramelizing molds
Time & effort: about 1 hr 10 min (15 min active) · effort: easy
Nutrition (per 100 g, engine-estimated): 367.3 kcal, 7.8 g protein, 23.3 g fat, 38.7 g carbs
Dietary: Contains meat — engine-derived; double-check anything allergy-critical.
How it's cooked (3 steps)
- Blend egg yolks with sugar until smooth, then stir in melted butter, shredded coconut, and vanilla.
- Coat small molds with caramelized sugar, fill with the coconut custard, and bake in a water bath until set and jiggly.
- Chill completely before inverting to reveal the glossy yellow top.
Dishes with a similar flavor shape
- Île Flottante — French
- Crème Brûlée — French
- Leche Flan (Filipino Caramel Custard) — Filipino
- Egg Tart (蛋挞) — Chinese
- Flan Napolitano — Mexican
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Every number above is Palate's engine-measured estimate, computed from this recipe's ingredients and techniques — not human-tasted ratings or reviews.