These little custard tarts are a tradition throughout Portugal. Called Pastéis de Nata, they are absolutely delicious and a snack served anytime -- perfect for a light breakfast, midmorning snack, dessert after lunch, afternoon tea, etc. My two favorites were the ones from the famous bakery in Belem and the ones pictured here, from a shop in Sintra -- especially perfect served warm with a little cinnamon and powdered sugar.
Are they very rich tasting? Do they taste like the custard you could make here in America with nutmeg and eggs and milk? I bet you they’re more decadent and delicious. I’ve had flan in the US that was so so and then I had it from this one Mexican restaurant that was out of this world.
