Keto Quindims

Quindims are a popular Brazilian baked coconut dessert made using a custard base and filled with coconut flakes. The dessert is Portuguese in origin, where egg yolks are very common in desserts. Typically, they are made with white sugar (which we have replaced with sweetener), egg yolks, and shredded coconut. They are the perfect Keto dessert as they are high in fat and low in carbs. You will love the rich egg custard laced with coconut! Each quindim is baked in a mini muffin tin until just cooked. They are served upside down to expose their yellow color. You will love these simple yet delicious Keto quindims!

What is the best coconut to use for this dessert?

The best coconut to use is very finely shredded, unsweetened coconut flakes. You will want to look for "fine coconut flakes" on the label.

What are the best eggs to use for this Brazilian Keto recipe?

The best eggs for this recipe are organic, pasture-raised eggs since they are the highest in nutrients, including choline, Vitamin D, and more. They are also darker in color and offer the bright orange color that is typical for quindims! If you cannot use or find pasture-raised eggs, please substitute them with conventional eggs.

Can you add extract to these?

While the original quindims from Portugal were almond in flavor, Brazilian ones are coconut-based, thanks to the abundance of coconut in the region. We did not add any extract to these, but feel free to add coconut, vanilla, or almond extract.

To make the ultimate pairing, serve Keto Quindims with a delicious cold brew coffee like our Keto Sweet Vanilla Cream Cold Brew Coffee! One of our favorite recipes!