Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of making Authentic Spanish Crema Catalana, a rich custard dessert that promises to impress at any gathering. This creamy treat, with its luscious texture and perfectly caramelized sugar topping, is reminiscent of traditional Spanish flavors. Infused with citrus peels and a hint of cinnamon, every spoonful transports you to the heart of Spain. Serve it chilled in elegant ramekins or rustic clay dishes, topped with fresh fruit for a vibrant finish. Perfect for special occasions or as a sweet ending to a casual meal, this dessert is sure to be a favorite among family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1 large piece lemon peel
- 1 large piece orange peel
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 5 large egg yolks
- 1/2 cup white sugar (caster/superfine)
- Additional sugar (for caramelization)
- Fresh fruit or berries (optional for decoration)
Instructions
- In a heavy-based saucepan, heat the milk with lemon and orange peels along with the cinnamon stick until it simmers, then remove from heat.
- While heating, mix cornstarch with a splash of water to create a slurry.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk egg yolks and sugar until pale yellow, then add the cornstarch slurry and a splash of hot milk.
- Remove the peels from the milk mixture and gradually whisk in the egg mixture.
- Return to low heat and constantly whisk until thickened to pudding-like consistency.
- Divide into ramekins and cover each with plastic wrap; chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, sprinkle sugar on top and caramelize using a blowtorch or under an oven broiler.
- Top with fresh fruits if desired and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop & Broiler
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin (120g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 180mg