Authentic Spanish Crema Catalana
Indulge in the delightful experience of making Authentic Spanish Crema Catalana, a luscious custard dessert that features a creamy base infused with citrus and cinnamon, finished with a crisp caramelized sugar top. This classic Spanish treat is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a dinner party or treating yourself to something special. With its rich flavors and elegant presentation, it’s sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 1/2 cups whole milk
- Lemon peel (from 1 large lemon)
- Orange peel (from 1 large orange)
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 5 large egg yolks
- 1/2 cup white sugar (preferably caster)
- Additional sugar for caramelization
- Fresh fruit or berries for decoration (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the milk: In a heavy-based saucepan, add milk, citrus peels, and cinnamon stick. Simmer gently, then remove from heat.
- Prepare cornstarch slurry: Mix cornstarch with a splash of water until smooth.
- Combine egg yolks and sugar: Whisk egg yolks and sugar until pale; add cornstarch slurry and a splash of hot milk to combine.
- Mix egg mixture with milk: Strain out peels from the milk; whisk in egg mixture gradually over low heat until thickened.
- Portion into ramekins: Divide custard among ramekins and cover each with plastic wrap before chilling in the fridge for about four hours or overnight.
- Caramelize sugar: Remove wrap and sprinkle sugar on top of the custards; use a blowtorch or broiler to caramelize until golden brown.
- Serve: Optionally top with fresh fruits before enjoying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 180mg