Portuguese custard dessert with a hint of cinnamon flavor

The Portuguese custard dessert is a sweet delight that captivates with its delicate texture and vivid aroma. The combination of cinnamon and lemon zest makes this pastry truly special, while the golden puff pastry shells literally melt in your mouth. This dessert is perfect as a treat to accompany tea or coffee.

The recipe was published on the YouTube channel Pan Fartukh — Simple Recipes.

 You will need:

• water — 75 ml;
• sugar — 140 g;
• zest of one lemon;
• cinnamon sticks — 2 pcs;
• milk — 240 ml;
• flour — 30 g;
• egg yolks — 4 pcs;
• unleavened puff pastry — 500 g.

Preparation method:

In a saucepan, combine the water, sugar, lemon zest, and cinnamon sticks. Place over low heat and bring to a boil.

Dissolve the flour in a portion of the milk, stirring thoroughly until smooth. Add the remaining milk and place over low heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens. 

Slowly pour the syrup into the milk mixture in a thin stream, stirring continuously. Cook for an additional minute, then set aside to cool.

Roll out the puff pastry and shape it into a log, then cut into pieces about 1–1.5 cm thick. Place the pieces into molds, forming little tart shells, and put them in the freezer for 10 minutes.

Add the egg yolks to the cooled custard, mix thoroughly, and strain the mixture. Fill the tart shells with the custard to about two-thirds full and bake at 220 °C (428 °F) for 10–13 minutes, until the tops turn golden brown.

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