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Pastéis de Nata

Irresistible Pastéis de Nata: Master the Creamy Delight

Experience the delightful flavors of Pastéis de Nata, a cherished Portuguese custard tart, from the comfort of your kitchen.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 tarts
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Portuguese
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry Dough
  • 1 package puff pastry store-bought or homemade
For the Custard Filling
  • 6 large egg yolks
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar adjust to taste
  • 2 cups whole milk preferably fresh
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or fresh vanilla beans
  • 1 stick cinnamon optional, for flavor

Equipment

  • Muffin Tin
  • saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Round cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pastéis de Nata
  1. Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and grease a muffin tin with butter.
  2. Roll out the puff pastry thinly, cut circles, and press into the muffin tin.
  3. Combine whole milk, sugar, and cinnamon in a saucepan and warm until steaming.
  4. Whisk egg yolks in a bowl and slowly stir in the warm milk mixture.
  5. Pour custard mixture into pastry shells, filling them just to the brim.
  6. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until custard is set and tops are caramelized.
  7. Allow to cool slightly before removing from the tin and cooling on a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tartCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best served warm or at room temperature. Enjoy fresh for the best flavor experience.

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