Pastel de nata · Portugal
Portuguese Egg Custard Tarts with Crisp Pastry Crust
A traditional Portuguese egg custard tart with a flaky, crisp pastry crust and rich custard filling, prepared using a different dough fermentation method for enhanced texture
75 minutes4 servings

Ingredients
Method
- In a mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 6 egg yolks, 1/2 cup whole milk, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Whisk until fully combined and smooth
- In a separate bowl, prepare the puff pastry by rolling it out to 1/8-inch thickness and cutting into 4-inch circles
- Place in a tart pan and dock the bottom with a fork
- Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and crisp
- Pour the custard mixture into the cooled pastry shells
- Sprinkle with 1/4 cup cinnamon sugar
- Chill for 2 hours before serving