Vegan Pasteis de Nata
Indulge in the creamy, caramelized magic of *Vegan Pasteis de Nata*, a plant-based twist on Portugal’s beloved custard tarts. This recipe combines flaky vegan puff pastry with a luscious, homemade coconut-almond milk custard that's subtly enhanced with vanilla, a hint of turmeric for golden warmth, and a delicate touch of lemon zest. The custard is thickened with cornstarch to achieve that classic, silky texture, while a sprinkle of sea salt enhances the flavor complexity. Ready in just 40 minutes, these dairy-free tarts are perfect for dessert or a sweet snack. Serve them fresh from the oven or chilled, with a dash of cinnamon for a truly authentic experience. Discover the perfect balance of tradition and innovation, all without the use of eggs or dairy!
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Ingredients
- 2 sheets vegan puff pastry sheets
- 400 ml coconut milk
- 200 ml almond milk
- 50 g cornstarch
- 150 g caster sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 0.5 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 pinch sea salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F).
Step 2
Roll out one vegan puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface until it's thin and even.
Step 3
Using a round cookie cutter, cut circles from the pastry sheet. Gently press these circles into the cups of a muffin tin. Repeat with the second sheet of pastry.
Step 4
Place the coconut milk, almond milk, and cornstarch in a medium-sized saucepan and whisk until the cornstarch is fully dissolved.
Step 5
Add caster sugar, vanilla extract, turmeric, lemon zest, and a pinch of sea salt to the milk mixture.
Step 6
Heat the saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly. The mixture will slowly thicken; continue to stir until it reaches a custard-like consistency.
Step 7
Remove the custard from heat and let it cool slightly, then pour it evenly into the prepared pastry cups.
Step 8
Bake in the oven for 18-20 minutes or until the pastry edges are golden brown and the custard has set with a slight wobble.
Step 9
Remove the tray from the oven and let the Pasteis de Nata cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 10
Serve at room temperature or chilled, optionally sprinkled with a little cinnamon powder.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (914.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1422.4 |
| Total Fat 33.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 15.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 650.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 288.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 194.0g | |
| Protein 6.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 66.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 376.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 535.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories