Pasteis De Nata is a classic Portuguese custard tart, also known as Doce Conventual. Each region in Portugal has its own version of the custard tart, but they all contain egg yolks and sugar – the basic ingredients for a delicious custard.
The Pasteis De Nata recipe is surprisingly easy to make, as all you need to do is whip up a quick homemade custard and combine it with puff pastry (instead of making your own) and a simple homemade custard.
These tarts are perfect for a special occasion. Simply prepare the puff pastry and homemade custard in advance and bake before serving. These bite-sized treats will be a favorite of many!
Tips
The dough should be completely thawed so that it is pliable enough to roll out, but still cold. It is best to let it thaw overnight in the refrigerator rather than leaving it on the kitchen counter at room temperature.
If the dough is too warm, it won’t rise enough. To ensure you get a nice puff pastry, put the rolled out dough in the fridge for at least an hour.
The custard should be slightly burnt on top. If you see that they are browning too quickly, you can place a piece of foil loosely on top. If they are not burnt after the custard is cooked, you can put them under the grill for a few minutes.
For additional flavor, use vanilla extract in the vanilla cream.
How to Store Pasteis de Nata
The pastry is best eaten immediately, but can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
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How to make Pasteis de Nata
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