Portuguese Pasteis De Nata Recipe

Portuguese Pastéis de Nata are a delicious and iconic dessert that are perfect for any occasion. This recipe is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. You can adjust the sweetness level of the custard or add different flavors, such as lemon or orange zest. So, go ahead and give it a try. You won’t be disappointed!

Portuguese Pasteis De Nata Recipe

Pastéis de Nata, also known as Portuguese custard tarts, are a popular and iconic dessert in Portugal. These small tarts are made with a flaky pastry shell and a rich and creamy custard filling. They're often enjoyed with a cup of coffee or tea and make a delicious and indulgent treat.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr

Course Dessert

Cuisine Portuguese

Servings 4 people

Calories 1400 kcal

Equipment

• Rolling Pin
• 12 Cup Muffin Tin
• Saucepan
• Whisk
• Mixing bowl
• Oven Mitts
• Oven

Ingredients

  

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For The Pastry:

• 1 sheet Puff Pastry Thawed
• 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour

For The Custard:

• 1 1/4 cup Whole Milk
• 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
• 3 tbsp All-Purpose Flour
• 3 Egg Yolks
• 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
• Cinnamon For Topping (Optional)

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Instructions

 

• Preheat your oven to 400°F.
• On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheet to a thickness of 1/8 inch.
• Cut the pastry into 12 equal-sized squares.
• Press the squares into a muffin tin, making sure to press the pastry all the way up the sides of the tin.
• In a saucepan, heat the whole milk over medium heat until it comes to a boil.
• In a mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, egg yolks, and vanilla extract until well combined.
• Add the hot milk to the mixing bowl, whisking constantly.
• Pour the custard mixture into the pastry shells, filling each one about 2/3 full.
• Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the custard is set.
• Let the Pastéis de Nata cool in the muffin tin for 5 minutes, then remove them from the tin and let them cool on a wire rack.
• Sprinkle cinnamon on top, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1recipeCalories: 1400kcalCarbohydrates: 154gProtein: 25gFat: 75gSaturated Fat: 24gCholesterol: 284mgSodium: 453mgFiber: 2gSugar: 82g

Keyword Pasteis De Nata, Portuguese Dessert, Portuguese Pasteis De Nata

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