Portuguese Custard Tarts Pasteis De Nata Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible creamy richness of authentic Portuguese Pastéis de Nata! This recipe, inspired by a beloved Allrecipes submission, delivers perfectly golden, flaky pastry shells filled with a luscious custard. Easily adaptable, you can use vanilla extract in place of the vanilla bean for ultimate convenience. Unlike some recipes, this uses milk instead of heavy cream, making it a lighter yet equally delicious treat. Get ready to impress your family and friends with these heavenly tarts!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 337.6 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Portuguese Custard Tarts Pasteis De Nata

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How to Make Portuguese Custard Tarts Pasteis De Nata

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin and line each cup with store-bought puff pastry, pressing it gently into the bottom and up the sides.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups whole milk, 1/4 cup cornstarch, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped (or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract).
  3. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly with a whisk, until the mixture thickens and comes to a simmer (about 5-7 minutes).
  4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together 4 large egg yolks.
  5. Slowly temper the egg yolks by whisking in 1/2 cup of the hot milk mixture. This prevents the yolks from scrambling.
  6. Gradually whisk the tempered egg yolk mixture back into the remaining milk mixture in the saucepan, whisking constantly.
  7. Continue cooking over medium-low heat for 5-7 minutes, or until the custard has thickened significantly and coats the back of a spoon. Stir continuously to prevent sticking and scorching.
  8. Remove the vanilla bean (if using).
  9. Fill each pastry-lined muffin cup with the custard mixture, filling about ¾ full.
  10. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set and lightly browned on top.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

68g

Fat

25g

Carbs

12g

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