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Natillas

Cultural Context

Originating in Spain, Natillas is a traditional custard dessert often enjoyed during festive occasions and family gatherings. Its creamy texture and sweet flavor make it a beloved treat, especially in winter months. Today, variations exist across Latin America, where it is sometimes flavored with different spices or served with fruits, showcasing its adaptability and enduring popularity.

SpanishESdessert
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
150 g rich tea biscuits
1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
2 cups custard (homemade or store-bought)

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: whole milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Whole milk provides creaminess with fewer calories.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: imitation vanilla

Vanilla bean enhances flavor naturally.

cinnamon

🥗Healthier: nutmeg

💰Cheaper: cinnamon powder

Nutmeg offers a warm spice alternative.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with a unique flavor.

1

Lay down rich tea biscuits in a deep dish.

2

Sprinkle a little cinnamon powder between the layers of biscuits.

3

Repeat layering biscuits in the dish.

4

Add custard over the biscuits after each layer.

5

Finish with a sprinkle of cinnamon on top of the custard.

6

Let the dish cool down before refrigerating.

7

Refrigerate until cold before serving.

Cooking Techniques

whiskingtemperingcookingchilling

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlmeasuring cupsmeasuring spoonsplastic wrap

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairyeggs

Also Known As

Spanish CustardNatilla
Local Name: Natillas

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