Description
Portuguese custard tarts, or pastéis de nata, are a delightful blend of flaky pastry and creamy custard that make for an irresistible treat. With a perfectly crispy crust and a velvety filling, these tarts are perfect for any occasion—whether it’s brunch, dessert, or simply indulging yourself. Easy to make at home, this recipe captures the authentic flavors of Lisbon right in your kitchen. Get ready to impress your family and friends with these golden-brown beauties!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 egg yolks
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a muffin tin.
- Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface and cut circles to fit muffin tin cups.
- Press pastry circles into the greased muffin tin.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cornstarch, and egg yolks until smooth. Heat gently until thickened but not boiling.
- Pour the custard mixture into each pastry shell until nearly full.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until tops are golden brown and slightly puffed.
- Let cool for a few minutes before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Portuguese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tart (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 120mg