Fried milk is a traditional Spanish dessert that conquers with its creamy texture and delicate flavor. This easy-to-make recipe combines milk, egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch to create a smooth batter that is cut into portions, coated, and fried until golden and crispy on the outside. The result is a sweet bite sprinkled with sugar and cinnamon, perfect for sharing with family or surprising your guests with a homemade dessert full of flavor.
Originating in northern Spain, fried milk is a classic of Spanish pastry that has been passed down through generations. Its preparation, although simple, requires patience and care to achieve the perfect texture. This version includes a touch of citrus and cinnamon that infuse the milk, providing a unique depth of flavor. Additionally, butter and vanilla enrich the mixture, making each bite an unforgettable experience.
Ideal for any occasion, from a special snack to a festive dessert, fried milk suits all tastes. You can serve it warm or cold, and if you dare, experiment with different toppings like melted chocolate or honey. Without a doubt, a recipe that cannot be missing from your collection.
Prep
240 min
Cook
10 min
Servings
12
Calories
224 kcal
Heat the liter of milk and let it be infused with the orange peels, lemon and cinnamon stick. Before it boils, turn it off and leave it covered for 30 minutes.
Whisk the yolks with the 100 g of sugar for 3 minutes.
Dissolve the cornstarch with the 250 ml of milk and add them to the yolk shake.
Strain the milk, remove the husks and the cinnamon stick.
Mix the milk with the yolk shake and stir until they thicken.
Add the butter and vanilla essence, stir again to integrate them.
Butter a mold and pour the mixture over it.
Cover it with kitchen film, which must be in direct contact with it to prevent a film from forming on it.
Refrigerate for 2 hours or 1 night.
Unmold the milk and cut it into squares.
Pass them through flour and then egg before frying.
Fry them in oil, hot, for 1 minute.
Mix the cup of sugar with the cinnamon powder.
Sprinkle each fried milk with the sugar and cinnamon mixture.
