Authentic Spanish Crema Catalana Recipe
Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of Authentic Spanish Crema Catalana. This traditional dessert, reminiscent of crème brûlée, features a luscious custard base infused with cinnamon and lemon, topped with a caramelized sugar crust.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Spanish
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Custard:
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cinnamon stick
- Peel of 1 lemon (in large strips, no pith)
- 4 large egg yolks
Other Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (plus more for topping)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Prepare the Milk Mixture: In a saucepan, heat the milk with the cinnamon stick and lemon peel until nearly boiling. Let steep for 15 minutes.
- Prepare the Egg Mixture: Whisk together egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Combine Mixtures: Remove cinnamon and lemon peel from milk. Slowly pour milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly.
- Cook the Custard: Return mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat until thickened.
- Chill and Caramelize: Pour custard into ramekins, chill, sprinkle with sugar, and caramelize before serving.
Notes
- Crema Catalana is traditionally flavored with lemon and cinnamon.
- Use a torch or broiler for the caramelized topping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 175mg
