Natillas (Spanish Custard)
Natillas (Spanish Custard) features silky egg yolks enriched with milk, perfumed by cinnamon and a hint of lemon zest. The result is a smooth, delicate dessert with a gentle citrus aroma and warm spice notes, perfect after a leisurely meal or for an afternoon treat. Chilled until softly set, it offers a classic, comforting spoonable texture.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Combine the milk, cinnamon stick, and lemon zest in a saucepan over low heat. Cook for 10 minutes without letting it boil.
- 2
Meanwhile, beat the egg yolks and sugar in a bowl with an electric mixer until light and creamy. Beat in the cornstarch. Continue beating until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.
- 3
Remove and discard the cinnamon stick and lemon zest from the milk. Gradually add the egg yolk mixture to the milk, and whisk over low heat until the mixture begins to thicken, about 10 minutes. Bring the custard to a boil and immediately remove it from the heat.
- 4
Pour the custard into individual serving dishes and chill in the fridge until set, about 2 hours.
- Calories 172.53 kcal Moderate
- Protein 8.56 g Moderate
- Carbs 20.39 g Moderate
- Total Fat 7.05 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 3.29 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 149.53 mg High
- Sodium 141.3 mg Moderate
- Fiber 1.23 g Low Source
- Sugar 15.95 g High
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 133.02 mg Moderate
- Iron 0.62 mg Low Source
- Potassium 181.27 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 113.8 mcg_rae Moderate
- Vitamin C 11.39 mg Moderate
- Vitamin D 3.46 mcg Moderate
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Natillas (Spanish Custard) is a Spanish dessert recipe made with 6 ingredients. It takes about 30 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Cinnamon Sticks, Cornstarch, Eggs, and Lemon. Each serving provides about 172.53 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Natillas (Spanish Custard)?
- It is a Spanish recipe made with 6 ingredients, usually served for dessert.
- What is Natillas (Spanish Custard) made of?
- The main ingredients are Cinnamon Sticks, Cornstarch, Eggs, Lemon, Sugar. The full list of 6 is above.
- What goes well with Natillas (Spanish Custard)?
- Explore these Spanish side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Natillas (Spanish Custard)?
- About 30 mins in total: 5 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 172.53 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Natillas (Spanish Custard) easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 6 ingredients and 4 steps.
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