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Crema catalana
recipe

GRANADA COOKING EXPERIENCE

Style

Granada-style crema catalana

In Spain, there are many different ways to prepare crema catalana, each with its own unique touch. This is our traditional crema catalana recipe. It’s the dessert we always enjoy during gatherings, celebrations, or simply when we want to treat ourselves. For us, it’s much more than just a dessert—it’s a taste of home and shared moments. A simple, authentic recipe that we are especially proud of.

 
 

Ingredient

For approximately 4 people
egg
3 egg yolks
milk
1/2 liter milk
sugar
80g sugar
corn starch
20g corn starch
cinnamon
1 stick cinnamon
Lemon
grated rind of 1 lemon
step by step

It’s best to have all the ingredients ready before starting, so you can follow each step carefully and without rushing.

At some point, you might wonder, “When do we add the sugar or caramelize the top?”. Don’t worry, everything will happen at the right time. The key is to go step by step to achieve a smooth cream and a perfect finish.

step 01: Mix the base ingredients

In a pot, whisk the egg yolks, sugar and corn starch until thoroughly blended.

step 02: Heat and infuse the milk

In a different pot heat the milk, add the cinnamon and grated lemon and bring to the boil over a low heat. As soon as you see bubbles remove from heat. Once the milk is heated add it to the  egg yolk mixture (little by little) and stir constantly.

step 03: Thicken the cream

Bring back to the boil and let the mixture thicken, then remove from the heat immediately. Remove the cinnamon stick, and ladle the milk mixture into ramekins or cazuelas.

step 04: Cool and caramelize

Allow to cool, then refrigerate. Before serving sprinkle sugar onto the custard, then caramelize with a butane torch. Serve immediately.