Natillas Recipe

Directions

1. 1

   Prepare Milk Mixture

   In a saucepan, combine the whole milk, sugar, and the cinnamon stick. Heat over medium heat until the mixture is warm but not boiling.

2. 2

   Mix Egg Yolks

   In a bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, cornstarch, and a pinch of salt until smooth.

3. 3

   Combine Mixtures

   Once the milk mixture is warm, gradually pour about a cup of it into the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly to temper the yolks.

4. 4

   Thicken the Pudding

   Pour the tempered egg yolk mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining milk mixture. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon.

5. 5

   Add Vanilla

   Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Discard the cinnamon stick.

6. 6

   Chill and Serve

   Pour the natillas into serving dishes and let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.