Homemade Spanish Crema Catalana Recipe | Catalonia’s Most Famous Dessert

We are making a homemade Spanish Crema Catalana recipe! it is something that you will see everywhere when you visit Barcelona! and something it is traditionally made with an Iron to caramelize the top instead of using a blowtorch! Be sure to check out Jim's channel at My Spanish Kitchen! He has a delicious Rabo de Toro (Oxtail) recipe that I'm sure you guys will love! his link is below! :)
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▶ Crema Catalana
- 500ml / 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 an orange peel
- 1/2 a lemon peel
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 7 large egg yolks
- 95g sugar, plus extra to caramelize
- 2 TBSP 15g of cornstarch
- Fresh berries to garnish
- 1 vanilla pod (optional)
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Method:
- Put the milk, orange, lemon peel and cinnamon in a saucepan.
- (if using a vanilla pod split it lengthways and add this too,
then gently bring to the boil.
- Remove from the heat and allow to infuse for 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, whisk the egg yolks with the sugar
and cornflour until pale and creamy.
After 15 minutes pass the milk through a sieve
and discard the peel, etc.
- then return the milk to the pan and place over medium heat.
Add the egg mixture, whisking continuously for about 6-8 minutes,
or until it begins to thicken and coats the back of a spoon.
- Remove from the heat and pour into individual ramekins or terracotta bowls.
- Cover each terracotta bowl with oven paper or film to prevent a skin from forming,
and let it cool before placing in the fridge.
- To serve, remove the flim, sugar on top of each Crema Catalana
and caramelize using a blowtorch.
then serve immediately!
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Timeline:
00:00 - Intro?
01:04 - My Spanish Kitchen!!
01:55 - Recipe
02:25 - Pro tips on citrus peel!
04:00 - making the custard
05:43 - Caramelization!
06:49 - Ending and next video!
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Looking delicious n bon appetite, thanks for sharing, watched fully n hope to see more delicious recipes from ur channel n stay connected my friend, would you be kind to visit our kitchen if u r interested, let's stay n grow together 🤩🤩🤩

[@ramenmania]

How wonderful! So impressed! I'm happy to see this video~ Thank you for sharing!

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

im so glad that you liked it!! have a great week! :)

[@NinaNepaliKitchen]

CREMA CATALANA looks amazing! Excellent recipe! Loved the easy and wonderful steps of cooking it. I must try it very soon. Have a great week!👍👍

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Thank you so much! im glad that you liked it! have a great week!

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Everything you share is awesome.Another beautiful sharing dear friend

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Thank you so much! 😊 it means a lot!

[@resepmasakreceh1413]

Thank you for sharing this recipe James.. 😍

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Hope you enjoy! thank you!

[@EverythingShakes]

This looks wonderful! Excellent video as always!

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

im so glad that you liked it!! have a great week! :)

[@MiyaKimTVFoodTrip]

WOW~💖 HOMEMADE SPANISH CREMA CATALANA RECIPE - looks very delicious👍

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Thank you so much 🙂

[@MommyandLittleChefs]

The dessert look really yummy and I wish I can just buy this at stores and enjoy now😀 Thank you for all the great tips👍

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

You are so welcome! thank you for watching!!

[@daiskitchen5099]

Amazing!! Looks extremely delicious! Thank you for sharing!

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

My pleasure 😊 have a great week and take care!!

[@darydale9659]

You really explained so well James! It looks very delicious. The texture looks so good. Thumbs up for this!👍😋

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Thank you!! im glad you enjoyed it! yes haha it was! if you like pastries then Chef Sally has a great channel at Bite and Chiu!

[@WineDinewithJeff]

What a fantastic traditional Spanish dessert just love this crema catalana. I can imagine all of the orange and lemon citrus zest really adds a ton of flavor to that custard. I love the old fashion way of searing the top with that iron that you put in the fire pretty awesome

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

its one of the things i order all the time here! haha it is cool! they should do this at the table as it more of a show and novelty!

[@TurtlesTastyTreats]

First thank you for explaining the difference of the two.. when I first saw the opening picture I thought it was a Crème brûlée recipe as well. So I am so happy you explained the difference. I always love learning about the differences in dishes. I also love trying dishes from all over the world. So this recipe is amazing. The iron you used is amazing. I love seeing you showing us the traditional way to caramelized the top. I cannot wait for your next one.

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

haha thank you! yes its something that can be a bit hard for us when we visit as not many know about Crema Catalana just Crème Brûlée! I will make this again with the iron next time! it is very cool seeing this in person! it will be out soon! have a great week and take care! :)

[@porculizador]

According to Wikipedia crema catalana existed for centuries before creme brulee

[@nextjolly]

Just amazing and unbelievable sharing 😃 looks very tempting 😋👍

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Thank you so much!! 👍

[@AkiiCooks]

Oh wow! That looks absolutely scrumptious

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

thank you so much!! :)

[@dandoyschannel3485]

Looks delicious and healthy thanks for sharing

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

thank you so much!

[@MadisonJarboe]

Looks incredible, James!!

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

thank you Madison!! :) hope you guys are doing well!

[@foodfightshowdown4077]

Well done my frnd your homemade Spanish Crema Catalana recipe looks absolutely wonderful. Thanks for sharing and have a great rest of your day. 😋😋😋

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Thank you! im so glad that you enjoyed it!! have a great week my friend! and stay safe! :)

[@wendybirdy5906]

wooow!! I didn't know anything about this dessert! Looks very creamy and delicious!! I love it!! Thank you for sharing!

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

My pleasure! 😊 thank you!

[@meals7up150]

Wow very yummy. 😋😋thanks for this wonderful sharing

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Most welcome 😊

[@LovetoCookTv]

Wow this is absolutely fantastic and delicious. Great presentation. The result was excellent.

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Thank you so much! 👍 have a great week! :)

[@allspices4540]

Wow,another awesome recipe,definitely I’ll make it ❤️

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

let me know when you do!! :)

[@TheOtherLewis]

Thank you for including ‘accident happen in the kitchen” and the solution...very helpful for everyone who try to make this delicious dessert!👍

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

haha yes i have noticed that most don't talk about it. besides recipes, i will start other videos on more techniques and secrets of the kitchen!

[@phitalymilan2824]

I love the way you explain the recipe and how to cook. So clearly and the result of this dessert look so amazing delicious

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Thank you so much! 😊 im glad that you liked it!

[@masakyuk9918]

Wawww tenx for the recipe,i will try it at home soon...i’m looking forward for every new menu you’ll make...

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

ahh thasnk you! i will have more recipes out soon, but i will also start teaching more on kitchen techniques too!

[@showtimewithsimrangupta3395]

Looks delicious and will sure try it out Thanks for the recipe👍👍

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

My pleasure 😊 have a great week!

[@sannidaily]

Wow! Very nice, I like it. 👍🏼 Thanks for sharing.

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Thank you! Cheers! :)

[@tom3829]

i have alreasy wanted to see this Crema Catalana and never knew the differince between this and Crème brûlée. great video Chef!

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Glad it was helpful!

[@estheresther6883]

¡Qué bueno!!!! Es ríquisima la crema catalana! Delicatessen total! Me encanta lo fácil que resulta contigo, explicas todo el proceso muy bien!!

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Muchas Gracias!!

[@brainbrusher]

Wow!! Awesome recipe It's look delicious and mouthwatering Thanks for sharing

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Most welcome 😊

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It looks delicious. I really want to try it. Thank you for the good video.

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Thank you very much! 😋

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Great presentation. Great recipe! Thanks for sharing it!! 😍😍

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Thank you so much!!

[@costat9995]

What an awesome cooking experience!!!! Looks awesomely delicious...Great share ❤️😊👏

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

thank you so much!! :) have a great week!

[@Spicylicious]

This is an Awesome video! I love how you explain everything in detail. It was always hard for me to take the orange peel and( I hate doing it), thanks for showing the proper way. The Crema Catalana is really tempting and beautiful. Happy Monday James!

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

thank you very much!! haha yes but if you are doing just a few its okay, a few kilos is other story! haha have a great week my friend! :)

[@aikuboasmr4850]

The best catalana receta.. wish could taste this recipe .. wanna make some Spanish foods too that will be absolutely yummy and delicious .. wow

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

le me know when you do! and if you need any help! have a great week!

[@SwallowThisbyTCMahone]

Oh wow that looks delicious...that’s for sharing Chef...👍🏽

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Thank you so much!! :)

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Loocks yummy recipe. Thanks for sharing friend.

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Thank you so much 😊

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such an amazing recipe❤💫💫loved it so much. I am extremely in love with your recipes.

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Glad you like them! it makes my day! Take care my friend! :)

[@LearningPointsDD]

It looks delicious. I wish to taste it. Thanks for sharing, friend. Keep it up. God bless you.

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

thank you very much!! have a great week!

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Hi James, Thank you for Sharing.. It Look so delicious.. 🤤

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Hello! My pleasure! 😊 im glad that you liked it!

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Amazing recipe and healthy thanks for sharing.

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thank you very much!!!!

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This look so delicious and perfect👍Waiting to your next video💕

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Thank you 😋

[@billocookbook]

Wow, what a scrumptious dessert is this😍you explained your recipes very well👌👌thanks for sharing 🌸

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Thank you so much! 😊 im glad that they are well explained! have a great week!

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Thank you James for sharing with us this recipe looks so yummy again winner recipe

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

haha thank you very much! it means a lot to hear that!

[@CookingWithThusha]

This is very excellent recipe and love this idea .That looks incredibly delicious. Thank you friend for sharing another great recipe. Stay safe, wish you have a great day!

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

im so glad that you liked it!! have a great week! :)

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Your instruction is really easy to making, Look so delicious i like

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Thank you so much!

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Very Nice. Thanks for sharing!

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

thank you John! hope you are well!

[@dawnkitchen]

Thank you for the delicious dish full of passion and passion. Thank you for your precious recipe. I'll enjoy the video. I'll always support you from afar ♥

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

thank you so much! i really appreciate it! :)

[@LetsCookwithSam]

This recipe looks so yummmy😋well explained and cook. Big thumbs up 👍🏻

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Glad you liked it! have a great week!

[@byronconsbass]

Thanks for sharing. I will try your recipe. more power mate.

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Please do! have a great week!

[@Mimosavlogs]

Spanish Crema catalan is tempting 😋😋.loved the colour of the output 😋 Good day

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Thank you 😋

[@Hitchcoke16]

Variation of the french crême brulée, very nice too... Well done chef!

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Thank you very much!

[@CuriousCurry1]

Such a beautiful recipe, so nicely it's very inviting

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

thank you!! it was delicious! :)

[@EasyPeasyDelicacy]

James , this dessert looks soo good! I love the texture and the beautiful flavour you have achieved! Hope you are doing well my friend! Great collaboration !

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Thanks so much! 😊 it turned out well! Jim has a great channel! and he is not that far from me! haha hope all is doing well with you! things here are the same.

[@davidschestenger3366]

Wonderfully explained, and LOVE that you are living in Spain I’m in new York and Spain still my heart Thank you,

[@FitriaSafaaz]

Delicious recipe,, thanks for sharing..

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Thank you too!!

[@CheensCreationsUK]

Wonderful, impressive and yummy presentation. Tfs.

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Glad you liked it! :)

[@LifeTogether000]

Wow this is looks so so delicious it's mouthwatering and so fluffy I live your recipe watching till the end

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Thank you so much! :) im glad that you guys liked it!

[@JoeYourCookingGuide]

It looks absolutely amazing!! My wife and I love the classic creme brulee but will definitely be giving your recipe a shot!! Very nice!!

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Hello Joe! thank you! im so happy to hear that! let me know when you do and just pay attention when you add the eggs, so they don't scramble! you can also thicken it more than i did as well by cooking a bit longer! :)

[@cookingwithummeshakeel]

wow very healthy and delicious..

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

im so glad that you liked it!! have a great week! :)

[@ammaraliabro87]

Wow looks so delicious and yummy

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Thank you so much!

[@geetcooking7880]

I will try to make the recipe very delicately and Each of your recipes is very good

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

i hope you enjoy it!! have a great week! :)

[@karmakarskitchen389]

Delicious Crema Catalan recipe! Yummy dessert!

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Thank you so much!! :)

[@NovelKitchen]

Looks so delicious

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Thank you 😋

[@martinsmith7418]

I would love to make this man!! great video!! :)

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

thank you very much man!! be sure to check Jim's channel out!

[@AiaisCorner]

now that looks delish! I'll probably try this one of this days.

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

let me know when you do! :)

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Your like a chef your very good in cooking, I love watching your videos

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Thank you so much! im so glad that you liked it!! have a great week! :)

[@JuhysKitchen]

Wow this must be extremely delicious 😋

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

thank you!! :)

[@me.Hungry]

I love this recipe looks so tasty

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Thank you so much!

[@TheSwiftHDSG]

Awesome!! 💯💯

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Thank you!

[@maureensowter9787]

Hi James I am Jim’s mum he asked me to check out your video’s,love watching you make this desert I have not made this since I was in school many moons ago. Look forward to looking at more of your recipes on your channel.

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Hello Maureen! thank you very much! im glad that you enjoyed them! :) Jim is doing a fantastic job with his channel! let me know if you have any questions about any recipes, etc. I still have some of my English grandmothers recipes for cakes, scones, and more, but i haven't had the time to make any since we are moving at the moment and I don't have a good oven! haha Take care! :)

[@MaFd0n]

Desert for this weekend!

[@NisaCookbook]

What a fantastic traditional Spanish dessert looks so delicious tfs stay connected

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

thank you so much!! stay connected!

This version is so similar to Crème brûlée. It's so delicious, sweet and i love cracking the top that's the best part :) Thanks for sharing

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

yes it is! haha your right the feeling of breaking the sugar is the best! haha take care!!

[@deshifoodbykeya]

This dish looks awesome.

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

It was! thank you!

[@flavourfulcooking3735]

Wow amazing recipe sir . Thanks for sharing such an amazing video

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

So nice of you! thank you!

[@flavourfulcooking3735]

@@ChefJamesMakinson My pleasure sir

[@PerfectBite]

First of all a BIG thank you for the kind words in the shout out! It has been an absolute pleasure to do this with you, and I look forward to more in the future! Secondly this is the best crema catalana I have ever seen, and can tell it is of restaurant quality, and I can only imagine the infusion makes a world of difference! I have to try it!!

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Thank you Jim! :) Not a problem my friend! it has been for me too, we will have to grab a pint when things clam down! I will make this again but next time with the iron to show the old method! ;)

[@neetaskitchen1857]

Beautiful and yammmmy recipe big lykee 👌 thanks

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Thank you so much 😊

[@triptywithdelicacy5378]

This recipe looking so tempting nd delicious 😋😋 great sharing 👍

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Thank you so much!

[@juliebalbin3698]

I love how u make the food dear perfect recipe looks so delicious have a good day.

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Thank you so much! im glad to hear that!

[@thesugo7453]

Wow!! Top recipe..

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Thanks a lot!!

[@pansontheburner4552]

CREMA CATALANA looks yummy and cinnamon stick to makes more flavor, wonderful dessert, I'm gonna make it this lunch.👍👌

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

it is a very tasty dessert! Hope you enjoy it!! :)

[@Kitchencheers]

Yummy recipe 😍😍 love it ❤️great work my friend 👏❤️

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Thank you so much 👍

[@rowensladaran]

Wow delicious thank you for sharing your recipe.hope you’re having a great day and stay connected.

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

thank you so much!! it means a lot!! :)

[@cookingsimplydelicious]

The Catalana dessert looks so delicious and also I learned something new today lol as I am only familiar with Crème brûlée. Great tutorial as always James and this crema catalana dessert is absolutely a beautiful finished product. Thanks for sharing.

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

haha most people are since it is more famous! thank you very much!! :)

[@oryxviewer3696]

so yummy recipe 👌👌👌 thanks for sharing the video

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Most welcome 😊 have a great week!

[@easyasianrecipes]

This looks so good🤤! Wish I could grab one of that crema catalana right now😋!

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

haha if we lived closer i would make you one! :)

[@DomBill1]

Awesome content James! Looking amazing, and I’ve checked out Jim’s Oxtail stew as well, this is a pukka dessert; authentic and delicious! 😎😋👌🏻

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Hey Dom! thank you!! im glad to hear that! hope all is going well! :)

[@OneHotBite]

That iron is so so cool!! Good tip on not calling it a creme brûlée I would never want to offend anyone!! I bet the favor is so intense and creamy and lovely!! Love this James as always! Jim is such a great guy too and I love his channel 😊

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

yes the iron is very cool to see! :) thank you so much!! yes Jim is doing well! I cant believe that we are 40mins from each other, small world! haha i hope you are well! things here are the same.

[@OneHotBite]

@@ChefJamesMakinson very small world!!

[@byyasminagourmet3514]

Qué delicia de crema catalana ! Such nice tips to make it perfect ! It looks incredibly delicious! Saludos desde el sur de España! 😋👩🏻‍🍳

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Muchas gracias!! have a great week! :)

[@WhatsCookingAtMomsKitchen]

I think this is extremely delicious and has a refreshing taste due to citrus skin and cinnamon! Thank you for sharing, Chef!

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

My pleasure! yes it does! let me know what you think of Jim's channel! :) have a great week!

[@cookingwithzahra459]

Very amazing nd unique recipe good job dear friend

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Thank you so much!!!

[@piggiestravelling9019]

Hello my friend. Thanks for sharing awesome video. I love this dessert 🍮. Soooo yummy 😋

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Thank you so much 🙂 hope all is going well!

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Wow looks so tasty. Thanks for sharing dear. Stay safe.

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Thanks for visiting!! have a great week!!

[@everythingwithtuqa6831]

James I must say I would love to try this dish 👍🏻

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Please do! and let me know how it turns out! :)

[@crispycrunchycooking]

Like 2.....amazing dessert..nicely explained so delicious and flavourful..would like to try and have a taste of it..well done dear....take care and lovely week ahead👍👍❤️❤️

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

thank you so much! I'm glad that you enjoyed the video!! :)

[@hingrai6067]

This is just awesome 🤩 u made it excellently looks mouthwatering 🙋🏻‍♀️outstanding work !! Surely going to say hello to ur friend Jim 🤩one must appreciate good stuff good people !! Keep up the good work 😎

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Thank you so much! 😊 im glad that you liked it! please do! he has a great channel! i fully agree! haha take care my friend!

[@Diy-Creative]

Super Delicious Recipe ! Big like

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@alleppeyrajeevkitchen4180]

*Wow really awesome, look so yummy and delicious. Beautiful presentation I applaud your extraordinary talent and know how in the art of cooking*

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Thank you so much! 😊 im glad that you liked it!

[@mamajinkskitchen]

Hello james another yummy recipe i love it my friend..keep safe happy cooking..have a nice day

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

Thanks so much! im so glad that you liked it!! have a great week! :)

[@rozinadinaa]

Good morning. I just wanted to let you know, I made your recipe last night and it turned out delicious. Thank you for recipe.

[@ChefJamesMakinson]

I'm so happy to hear that it turned out delicious!! :) i think you are the first to make it! thank you for letting me know Rozina! :)

[@rozinadinaa]

@@ChefJamesMakinson Oh we loved it. Soooooo delish. Thanks