Authentic Pastel de Nata Recipe (Crispy Portuguese Custard Tarts at Home)
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of Authentic Pastel de Nata, a delightful Portuguese dessert that can easily be made at home. These crispy custard tarts feature a flaky pastry shell filled with a velvety custard, perfectly sweetened to satisfy your cravings. Ideal for any occasion, from casual snacks to elegant gatherings, they are sure to impress your family and friends. With a hint of lemon zest or a sprinkle of cinnamon, you can customize these treats to suit your taste. Enjoy them warm straight from the oven for an unforgettable culinary experience!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Portuguese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (about 250 g)
- 2 cups whole milk (500 ml)
- 1 cup sugar (200 g)
- 4 large egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Thin strip of lemon peel (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- Line each cup of a muffin tin with the puff pastry.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine milk, sugar, and flour; stir until thickened.
- In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks with vanilla and optional lemon peel. Gradually add half of the hot milk mixture while whisking.
- Pour this back into the saucepan with the remaining milk mixture and stir well.
- Fill each pastry-lined cup with custard until just full.
- Bake for about 15 minutes until tops are dark golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tart (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 110mg