Skip to Content
Ver en Español
Menu

Natilla with Strawberry Sauce

  • Save Recipe
  • Prep 20 min
  • Total 35 min
  • Ingredients 9
  • Servings 6
  • Save
  • Print
  • Pinterest
  • Facebook
  • Email
Ready to make?
  • Save
  • Share
  • Keep Screen On
When it’s time for dessert, dress up your table with a natilla or custard. I like preparing it, because it reminds me of my childhood. It’s creamy, easy to make and great as an ending to any meal—since lunch and dinner are never complete without dessert. Natilla traditionally originated in Spain, but it’s made in many Latin American countries. Its delicious ingredients make it an ideal midnight treat for children and adults. Here’s a delightful variation: Natilla with Strawberry Sauce, a delectable recipe that’s very enjoyable.
by Greyza Baptista
Updated Sep 24, 2015
  • Save
  • Share
  • Keep Screen On

Ingredients

For the natilla

  • 4 cups milk
  • 6 egg yolks
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cinnamon stick (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch (you can use more or less, if you prefer it thinner or thicker)

For the strawberry sauce

  • 1 cup strawberries
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup water

Directions

  •  
    1
    In saucepan, boil 4 cups of milk with sugar, cinnamon and vanilla. Let it cool and set aside.
  •  
    2
    In a medium bowl, beat the egg yolks and add the cornstarch until it becomes foamy.
  •  
    3
    Combine the egg mix with the boiled milk mixture and cook over low heat until it thickens. Remove from the heat and let cool.
  •  
    4
    Pour the prepared custard into a glass bowl or container that is slightly wet, so it comes out easily. Store in the refrigerator to chill.
  •  
    5
    Before serving, decorate with the sauce and sliced strawberries.
  •  
    6
    For the sauce Wash strawberries well and cut them.
  •  
    7
    Place strawberries in water to boil, stir in sugar and cook over low heat, stirring constantly. Don’t let the fruit fall apart or overcook, but let its color infuse into the mixture.
  •  
    8
    Serve the natilla in individual portions, topping them with the delicious strawberry sauce. If desired, add chocolate syrup.

Expert Tips

  • tip 1
    Decorate each portion with a sliced strawberry.
  • tip 2
    You can make the sauce with blackberries, peaches or raspberries. The process is the same; substitute the fruit only, since the rest of the ingredients don’t change.

Nutrition Information

No nutrition information available for this recipe

More About This Recipe

  • When it’s time for dessert, dress up your table with a natilla or custard. I like preparing it, because it reminds me of my childhood. It’s creamy, easy to make and great as an ending to any meal—since lunch and dinner are never complete without dessert. Natilla traditionally originated in Spain, but it’s made in many Latin American countries. Its delicious ingredients make it an ideal midnight treat for children and adults. Here’s a delightful variation: Natilla with Strawberry Sauce, a delectable recipe that’s very enjoyable.
© 2024 ®/TM General Mills All Rights Reserved