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This is Crema Catalana, and it’s actually older than crème brûlée… no matter what the French say.

The first written recipe appears in a Catalan cookbook from 1324, making it one of the oldest recorded desserts in Europe. It was traditionally made on Saint Joseph’s Day, March 19th, which is why it’s still sometimes called Crema de Sant Josep. The French version came centuries later, first appearing in print in 1691

In Catalonia it’s eaten year-round as an everyday dessert, but its roots are tied to Saint Joseph’s Day in spring. It’s served cold from the fridge with a hot caramelized top, and that contrast is the whole point.

Unlike crème brûlée, Crema Catalana is usually cooked on the stovetop instead of baked, which gives it a lighter, silkier texture.

If you see Crema Catalana on a menu in Barcelona, don’t skip it.

Big thanks to our guide and for helping us make this video! If you join our Tapas, Taverns & History Tour, this is where you’ll enjoy a traditional crema catalana for dessert. 🍮

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