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Zabaglione vs Tocino de Cielo (Heaven's Bacon Custard)

See how these two dishes stack up, ingredient by ingredient.

Zabaglione and Tocino de Cielo both highlight the richness of egg yolks and sugar, yet they achieve remarkably different culinary results. Zabaglione relies on the gentle aeration of wine to create a light, frothy, and drinkable foam, whereas Tocino de Cielo utilizes a slow-set technique to produce a dense, silken, and fudge-like custard. While both desserts center on the synergy of their shared primary ingredients, one favors a bright, airy effervescence, while the other prioritizes a concentrated, velvety sweetness.

Prep time, calories & servings

Zabaglione
โฑ 15 min
Quicker than a pizza delivery
๐Ÿ”ฅ 280 kcal
Nicely balanced
๐Ÿฝ 4 servings
Great for the family
Tocino de Cielo (Heaven's Bacon Custard)
โฑ 30 min
A relaxed effort
๐Ÿ”ฅ 400 kcal
Nicely balanced
๐Ÿฝ 6 servings
Feeds a crowd

What they have in common

Granulated sugar
Sugar
Egg yolk
Egg yolk

What's different

Only in Zabaglione
  • Marsala wine
Only in Tocino de Cielo (Heaven's Bacon Custard)