Paraguayan Crema (A Creamy Custard)

Paraguayan crema is a super easy delectable dessert from Paraguay.  It is perfect to enjoy with terere their national drink of tea. This custard is creamy made with typical ingredients like eggs, milk and sugar but also has a hint of lemon and topped with either cinnamon or nutmeg.  We absolutely loved crema as the dessert for our International Cuisine meal.  I think you will love it too.

Desserts or sweets in Paraguay come in many forms, whether it is a sweet jam made from guava, a dessert made from papaya and served with caramel, or the numerous variations that are made with rice, corn or squash.... there are many loved desserts in Paraguay.  Paraguayan crema was listed as a favorite so that is why I chose it. I am so happy I did.  I loved it and I hope you do too.

Did you know that houses in Paraguay have no doorbells?  To announce your arrival you simply clap your hands.  Windows are always open to let the breeze in, so you will be heard.  Be sure to take a gift when you visit, like a Paraguayan crema for instance.  If you would like to learn more about this little known country of Paraguay, be sure to check out "Our Journey to Paraguay",  You will also find more authentic Paraguayan recipes you are sure to love.

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Paraguayan Crema

Paraguayan crema is a delectable little dessert that is creamy with a hint of lemon and cinnamon.  We loved it!

Course Dessert

Cuisine Paraguayan

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

refrigeration time 1 hour hour

Total Time 25 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 335kcal

Author Darlene at International Cuisine

Ingredients

• 4 cups Milk
• 4 Egg yolks
• 4 Tablespoons Cornstarch heaping
• 8 Tablespoons Sugar heaping
• 1 zest Lemon
• 1 Tablespoon Cinnamon garnish

Instructions

• Mix all the ingredients into a pot and cook over medium low heat until it begins to thicken.
  
  
• Remove from the heat and pour into ramekins.
  
• Store covered in refrigerator until ready to use.
  
• Before serving sprinkle with cinnamon to garnish
  

Nutrition

Calories: 335kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 219mg | Sodium: 114mg | Potassium: 341mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 36g | Vitamin A: 655IU | Calcium: 319mg | Iron: 0.7mg