Workshops & Experiences | Pastel de Nata

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

granulated sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and adds a unique flavor.

puff pastry

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pastry

💰Cheaper: shortcrust pastry

Whole wheat adds fiber while shortcrust is often more economical.

Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).

Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface.

Cut the pastry into circles and fit them into a muffin tin.

Whisk together the egg yolks and granulated sugar until smooth.

Combine milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and cinnamon in a saucepan over medium heat.

Heat the mixture until just simmering, then remove from heat.

Gradually whisk the hot milk mixture into the egg yolk mixture.

Strain the custard through a fine sieve into a bowl.

Pour the custard into the pastry shells, filling them about 3/4 full.

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the tops are caramelized and the pastry is golden.

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Dust with powdered sugar and a pinch of nutmeg if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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