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Classic Portuguese Pastel de Nata

A rich and creamy custard tart with a flaky pastry crust, topped with cinnamon.

45 minutes6 servings
Classic Portuguese Pastel de Nata
Photo: amanderson2 · Public domain

Ingredients

Method

  1. Preheat oven to 200°C (390°F). Roll out the puff pastry and cut into 6 circles. Place in a muffin tin and prick the bottom with a fork.
  2. In a saucepan, combine milk, cream, egg yolks, sugar, salt, and vanilla. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
  3. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Pour the custard into the pastry shells.
  4. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the custard is set and golden on top.
  5. Let cool completely, then sprinkle with cinnamon before serving.

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