Areias de Cascais

Cooks’ Notes:
Areias de Cascais (rough translation is “Cascais sands”) are simple, yet delicious, small cookies from the village of Cascais. The recipe origin is lost in time, with early references from the 19th century. Their name, which translates to ‘sands of Cascais’, aptly describes their crumbly texture and sandy appearance. Made with simple ingredients like butter, sugar, and flour, these biscuits are delightfully sweet and melt-in-the-mouth, often sprinkled with powdered sugar for an added touch of sweetness. Their delicate texture and rich buttery flavour make ‘Areias de Cascais’ a beloved treat, perfect for pairing with a cup of tea or coffee, and a testament to the timeless charm of Portuguese confectionery.

Serve: 100 peoplePreparação:20 minutesConfecção:12 minutes

Ingredients

Flour – 750g
Sugar – 250g
Butter – 500g
Lemons – 4

Cooking Steps

Knead the butter with the sugar until you no longer feel the granules.
Add the flour and mix well.
Shape small balls and place them on a tray greased with butter and sprinkled with flour.
Bake at 180°C for 10 minutes.
Remove from the oven after they are cooked and pass them, still hot, through sugar.