Morgado de Silves

Morgado de Silves is a traditional cake from Silves in the Faro district in the Algarve region, known for its intricate preparation and rich flavors. It is made with a dough of finely ground almonds, sugar, eggs, and water, filled with layers of gila jam (made from gila pumpkin), egg jam, and egg strands. The cake is shaped like a round, usually 22 cm in diameter and 6 to 7 cm in height. Once baked, it is covered in royal icing, decorated with almond flowers or fruits, and sometimes adorned with silver pearls and tissue paper. It is a symbol of regional craftsmanship and culinary heritage.