Natilla De Pina (Pineapple Custard)

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 11

Natilla De Pina (Pineapple Custard) - Creamy and satisfying dessert for pineapple lovers

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

75 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

320

Sugar

34g

Fat

Natilla De Pina, also known as Pineapple Custard, is a light and refreshing dessert originating from Latin America. This sweet and tangy custard has a smooth, creamy texture and is a perfect ending to any meal. With its tropical flavors, it's no wonder it's a popular dessert during the summer months. Natilla De Pina is easy to make and can be enjoyed on its own or with some diced pineapples on top for an added twist.

Instructions

1.	In a medium saucepan, combine milk, sugar, and salt. Cook over medium-high heat stirring constantly until it comes to a boil.
2.	In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and pineapple juice until dissolved. Add to the boiling milk mixture and whisk for 1 minute until smooth.
3.	In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks until smooth. Slowly pour 1/2 cup of the hot milk mixture into the egg yolks and whisk quickly to temper eggs.
4.	Pour the egg mixture into the saucepan with the rest of the hot milk mixture, and whisk quickly to combine.
5.	Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes or until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon. Do not let the custard boil.
6.	Remove from heat and stir in nutmeg.
7.	Pour the mixture into a shallow dish or individual ramekins and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.

PROS

Natilla De Pina has a creamy texture and explosion of flavor with the pineapple and nutmeg.

It is a perfect dessert to satisfy the sweet tooth without being too heavy.

CONS

Pineapple custard is high in calories and sugar.
It should only be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The pineapple in this recipe contains high levels of vitamin C, antioxidants, and fiber, which can boost your immune system and aid digestion. The nutmeg can help alleviate digestive issues and relieve pain.

	2 cups whole milk
	1/2 cup sugar
	1/4 teaspoon salt
	1 cup pineapple juice
	1 tablespoon cornstarch
	2 egg yolks , lightly beaten
	1 teaspoon nutmeg , freshly grated