Recipe of Pastel de Nata

Name: Recipe of Pastel de Nata
Prep time: 60 min
Total time: 60 min
Ingredients: 1 sheet of puff pastry (store-bought or homemade); 1 cup whole milk; 3/4 cup granulated sugar; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract; 6 large egg yolks; Ground cinnamon (optional, for dusting)

Pastel de Nata, the beloved Portuguese custard tart, is a delightful pastry that combines flaky puff pastry and a creamy custard filling with a hint of vanilla and a touch of caramelized sugar on top. While it may seem a bit challenging, the reward is well worth it when you take your first bite of these sweet, indulgent treats.

Servings 12

Preparation 60 min

Cooking min

Calories kcal

How to Make Pastel de Nata

Instructions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and generously grease a muffin tin with butter or cooking spray.

Step 2

Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface to make a large rectangle. Roll it up tightly like a jelly roll, then cut it into 12 even slices.

Step 3

Flatten each pastry slice with the palm of your hand and use your fingers to press them into the muffin tin, covering the base and sides evenly to form pastry shells.

Step 4

In a saucepan, heat the milk and half of the granulated sugar over medium heat until it's warm but not boiling. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.