Toucinho Do Céu, translated literally as Bacon from Heaven, is a delicious Portuguese Almond Cake originating in the Guimarães region of Portugal. It is translated as Bacon from Heaven for two reasons, because it uses pork lard to make the cake and secondly, because it is unbelievably delicious. It is one of the most popular and traditional Portuguese desserts typically seen at many restaurants and any festival or event. This is because of its unbelievable flavor coming from such simplicity, making it an integral part of Portuguese dessert making. The sweetness and amazing texture of the almond makes this cake an unbelievable treat for those with a sweet tooth like myself.
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