Description
Indulge in the delectable delight of Portuguese Custard Tarts, known as ‘Pastéis de Nata.’ These charming pastries feature a flaky crust that envelops a creamy custard infused with sweet vanilla and a hint of cinnamon. Perfect for brunch, dessert, or an afternoon pick-me-up, each bite transports you to the sunlit streets of Lisbon. With simple ingredients and straightforward preparation, you can easily create these heavenly tarts at home to impress family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 4 egg yolks
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 egg white (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface until about 1/4 inch thick. Cut circles to fit into muffin tins.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine milk, sugar, and the cinnamon stick. Stir until steaming but not boiling. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before discarding the cinnamon stick.
- In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks and vanilla until smooth. Gradually stir in the cooled milk mixture without scrambling the yolks.
- Place pastry circles in muffin cups and fill them with custard until three-quarters full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Let cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Portuguese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tart (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, substitute vanilla extract with almond extract or add lemon zest to the custard. - Store leftover tarts in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat at 350°F for optimal crispness.