Pastel de Nata (Portugal)

Pastel de Nata's blistered, caramelized custard filling from Belém's 1837 recipe has launched a global egg tart obsession from Macau to London. Each tart contains only 180 calories, making it cheaper than the average dessert by 25% in terms of calorie density. Over 20 million are sold in Lisbon alone each year, and they are 30% lighter than baklava, weighing just 60 grams per piece. The classic custard is still made with the original milk-and-egg ratio, ensuring unparalleled creaminess.