Pastéis de Belém

Lisbon Sweet

The pastéis de Belém is a famous sweet treat from Lisbon, Portugal. It is a small, flaky pastry filled with a creamy custard filling, traditionally made with eggs, sugar, milk, and cinnamon. The pastéis de Belém are said to have originated from the Jerónimos Monastery in the district of Belém in Lisbon, and are now widely popular throughout Portugal and beyond. Many visitors to Lisbon make a stop at the famous Pastéis de Belém café to try this delicious treat, which is often served warm and dusted with powdered sugar.