Natillas is a Spanish custard that can be bought in any supermarket in Spain, but it's easy to make at home from scratch.
Preparation Time
5 mins
Cooking Time
25 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Calories
159 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Combine milk, cinnamon stick, and lemon zest in a saucepan over low heat. Cook for 10 minutes without letting it boil.
Step 2
Meanwhile, beat egg yolks and sugar in a bowl with an electric mixer until light and creamy. Beat in cornstarch. Continue beating until mixture is smooth and lump-free.
Step 3
Remove and discard cinnamon stick and lemon zest from milk. Gradually add egg yolk mixture to the milk, and beat with a whisk over low heat until mixture starts to thickens, about 10 minutes. Bring custard to a boil and immediately remove from heat.
Step 4
Pour custard into individual serving dishes and chill in the fridge until set, about 2 hours.
