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a dish of Paraguayan creamy custard sprinkled with cinnamon
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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
Cook Time 20 minutes
refrigeration time 1 hour
Total Time 25 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.
    A pot of thickened crema
  • 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