Portuguese Custard Tarts

Portuguese Custard Tarts, also known as Pastéis de Nata, are a traditional Portuguese pastry that originated in the 18th century. They are a popular treat in Portugal and are enjoyed worldwide for their creamy custard filling and flaky pastry crust.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 80 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Portuguese Custard Tarts

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Portuguese Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 20 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 3600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 sheet Puff pastry
• 1 cup Milk
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 4 large Egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Cinnamon powder

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F).
2. Roll out the puff pastry sheet and cut it into circles to fit the tart molds.
3. Place the pastry circles into the molds and press them gently.
4. In a saucepan, heat the milk until it starts to steam.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and egg yolks.
6. Slowly pour the hot milk into the egg mixture while whisking continuously.
7. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat until it thickens.
8. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract, lemon zest, and cinnamon powder.
9. Pour the custard mixture into the pastry shells.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the custard is set and the pastry is golden.
11. Remove from the oven and let the tarts cool in the molds for 10 minutes.
12. Carefully remove the tarts from the molds and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
13. Serve the Portuguese Custard Tarts warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 30g10%

Sugars 15g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.