Barriga de Freira (Nun's Belly)
Nun's Belly (Barriga de Freira) is a traditional Portuguese dessert that translates to "Nun's Belly" due to its soft and creamy texture. This sweet treat is a must-try for anyone with a sweet tooth and a love for Portuguese cuisine.
Ingredients
- 6 large egg yolks
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 lemon peel
Instructions
- In a saucepan, whisk together the egg yolks and sugar until well combined.
- Gradually add the milk and flour, whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
- Add the cinnamon stick and lemon peel to the mixture.
- Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens to a custard-like consistency.
- Remove the cinnamon stick and lemon peel, and pour the custard into individual serving dishes.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 30 minutes
- Total time:
- 50 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 35g
- Fat
- 10g
- Protein
- 5g
Supplies
Saucepan Whisk Serving dishes
Tools
Refrigerator
Serving suggestions
Serve Nun's Belly chilled, garnished with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon or a twist of lemon peel for an extra touch of flavor.
Tips & tricks
For a richer flavor, you can substitute some of the milk with heavy cream.
Cost
$8