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Delightful Portuguese Custard Tarts

Delightful Portuguese Custard Tarts

Delightful Portuguese Custard Tarts are a creamy and flaky dessert that captures the essence of Portuguese pastry making.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Portuguese
Servings 12 tarts
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Saucepan
  • whisk
  • rolling pin

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry

  • 1 package Puff Pastry keep it cold for best results

For the Custard Filling

  • 6 large Egg Yolks crucial for authentic texture and flavor
  • ¾ cup Sugar adjust based on taste preferences
  • 2 cups Milk whole milk or cream preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract use pure for the best flavor

For Serving

  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon optional, highly recommended
  • ¼ cup Powdered Sugar can be omitted for less sweetness

Instructions
 

Method

  • Prepare the Pastry: Roll out your cold puff pastry on a floured surface to about ⅛ inch thick. Cut out circles that fit snugly into a muffin tin, ensuring they'll hold the custard. Chill in the fridge while you prepare the filling.
  • Make the Custard: In a saucepan, whisk together egg yolks, sugar, and milk over medium heat. Stir continuously for about 10 minutes, until the mixture thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon.
  • Add Flavor: Remove the custard from heat and stir in the vanilla extract along with a pinch of cinnamon.
  • Fill and Bake: Pour the luscious custard into the chilled pastry shells, filling them about ¾ full. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F for about 20 minutes, until the tops are beautifully caramelized.
  • Cool and Serve: Let the tarts cool for a few minutes before gently removing them from the muffin tin. Dust with powdered sugar and a sprinkle of cinnamon, then serve warm.

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are prepared before starting to streamline the process.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tartCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 150IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg
Keyword custard tarts, pastry, Portuguese dessert, sweet tarts, traditional recipe
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