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Colombian Natilla

During the Christmas season, it's common to find and prepare certain recipes, and what's better than having the pleasure of making delicious natilla with family? A very traditional treat that everyone will love.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Colombian
Keyword: colombian natilla, Custard
Servings: 8
Calories: 323kcal

Ingredients

  • 5 cups of milk.
  • 1 pound of panela or 1 cup of mixed white and brown sugar.
  • Cinnamon sticks to taste.
  • 1 full cup of cornstarch.
  • 1 tablespoon of butter.
  • ½ cup of shredded coconut.
  • ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  • Ground cinnamon.

Instructions

  • In a high-heat pot, add 4 cups of milk with cinnamon sticks.
  • Add the panela or sugar and stir to mix and combine.
  • In another bowl, mix the cornstarch with the remaining cup of milk, ensuring no lumps form or cornstarch settles at the bottom. Set aside.
  • Once the milk is boiling, reduce the heat and simmer for about 4 more minutes. Remove the cinnamon sticks.
  • Stir the cornstarch and milk mixture again and add it to the pot, stirring continuously.
  • Add the shredded coconut and butter.
  • Also, add the vanilla essence and stir to combine.
  • Cook on medium-low heat until it boils and starts to thicken. Remember to stir constantly.
  • Once thickened, let it simmer for another 8 minutes, or until the mixture becomes thick and heavy.
  • Pour the mixture into individual containers, sprinkle with ground cinnamon, let it set, and it's ready.

Enjoy!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 323kcal | Carbohydrates: 64g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 75mg | Potassium: 231mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 34g | Vitamin A: 253IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 197mg | Iron: 1mg