Serradura 木糠布甸
Serradura is featured among the local specialties of Macau.
Whipped cream and biscuit crumbs form alternating layers. Order a small dessert after a rich main course.
How it is made
Whipped cream or a similar sweet dairy mixture is layered with finely crushed biscuits, then chilled. The crumbs provide structure without a conventional baked cake base.
Flavour & texture
The dessert is creamy and sweet, with fine sandy crumbs that soften slightly against the dairy layers. It is rich despite its airy appearance.
Local roots & traditions
Serradura means sawdust in Portuguese, a reference to the biscuit crumbs, and is a familiar Macau dessert.
How to order Serradura
Choose a small serving after a substantial meal and ask whether it is chilled or frozen.
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Show 木糠布甸 for Serradura. Choose a small serving after a substantial meal and ask whether it is chilled or frozen.