With the arrival of the winter season, a comforting sweetness like the Portuguese Cake is desired on tables, perfect for warming up cold evenings. This dessert, which has its origins in Portuguese tradition, stands out for its crumbly dough, made from a simple yet flavorful mixture of flour, margarine, and eggs. The cooking technique, which involves a brief stay in the oven at 200 degrees, allows the cake to develop a golden crust, while remaining soft and moist inside. The real magic happens with the filling of julienned almonds, butter, and sugar, which, combined in a saucepan, create a delicious and fragrant filling. This cake is ideal for a sweet afternoon in good company, to be enjoyed with a hot tea or coffee, making every moment special. Bringing the Portuguese Cake to the table means offering a taste of a rich and fascinating tradition, capable of conquering even the most discerning palates.

For the dough: 200 g flour, 100 g margarine, 2 whole eggs, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 100 g sugar (mix, also in a food processor, and bake at 200 degrees in a preheated oven for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, prepare in a saucepan: 150 g of julienned almonds, 100 g of butter, 100 g of sugar, and 3 tablespoons of milk: cook in the saucepan for 3 minutes, until all the ingredients are combined. Pour over the cake and bake for another 15-20 minutes, still at 200 degrees.