Description

Natillas is a rich and creamy Spanish custard with a subtle lemon and cinnamon flavor. You can get this dessert everywhere in Spain, but it's easy to make at home from scratch!

Directions

1. Combine milk, cinnamon stick, and lemon zest in a saucepan over low heat. Cook for 10 minutes without letting it boil.
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.
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.
4. Pour custard into individual serving dishes and chill in the fridge until set, about 2 hours.