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Puerto Rican Breakfast Custard

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  • Author: Lily Carter
  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Puerto Rican
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Puerto Rican Breakfast Custard is a creamy and comforting morning treat with hints of cinnamon. It’s a simple and delicious way to start your day!


Ingredients

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  • Main Ingredients:

    • 3 tablespoons white sugar
    • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
    • 1/8 teaspoon salt
    • 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 2 cups whole milk

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, salt, and cinnamon.
  2. Add Milk: Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth.
  3. Cook: Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and bubbles.
  4. Serve: Pour into bowls and let cool before serving.

Notes

  • You can add a splash of vanilla extract for extra flavor.
  • For a richer custard, you can use half-and-half or cream instead of whole milk.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 180 kcal
  • Sugar: 15 g
  • Sodium: 120 mg
  • Fat: 5 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Protein: 5 g
  • Cholesterol: 15 mg