Description
Indulge in the rich, creamy goodness of our Authentic Spanish Crema Catalana Recipe. This delightful dessert offers a luscious custard base infused with refreshing citrus notes from lemon and orange peels, complemented by the warm aroma of cinnamon. Topped with a perfectly caramelized sugar crust, it’s an elegant treat that’s sure to impress at any gathering or special occasion. Whether served alone or adorned with vibrant seasonal fruits, this classic Spanish dessert is not only easy to make but also customizable to suit your taste. Treat yourself and your guests to a slice of Spain with this deliciously simple recipe.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1 large piece lemon peel (including pith)
- 1 large piece orange peel (including pith)
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 5 large egg yolks
- 1/2 cup white sugar (preferably caster (superfine))
- Additional sugar (for caramelization)
- Fresh fruit or berries (for decoration)
Instructions
- Heat the milk in a heavy-based saucepan over medium heat with lemon peel, orange peel, and cinnamon stick until simmering; then remove from heat.
- Dissolve cornstarch in a splash of water to create a slurry.
- Whisk together egg yolks and sugar until pale; gradually add cornstarch slurry and hot milk.
- Remove peels and cinnamon from milk; slowly combine with egg mixture, whisking constantly.
- Cook on low heat until thickened like pudding, then divide into ramekins.
- Cover with plastic wrap and chill for 4 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, sprinkle sugar on top and caramelize using a blowtorch or under the broiler.
- Optional: Garnish with fresh fruit before serving.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin (120g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 210mg