How to Make Egg Tarts – A Soft and Sweet Treat in One Bite!

 

Hello everyone! 😊 Today, I'm going to share a recipe for making Egg Tarts at home. These delicious little tarts are filled with soft, sweet custard and have a crispy, buttery crust. They’re the perfect bite-sized treat to enjoy anytime. The best part? They’re easy to make at home, so let’s get started! 🍳✨

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🛒 Ingredients (Makes about 8-10 tarts)

For the Tart Shell

• 100g butter (at room temperature)
• 150g all-purpose flour
• 30g sugar
• A pinch of salt
• 2-3 tablespoons cold water

For the Custard Filling

• 3 eggs
• 70g sugar
• 150ml milk
• 100ml heavy cream
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch

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🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Make the Tart Dough

1. Start by softening the butter at room temperature. Then, sift the flour, sugar, and salt into a large bowl.
2. Add the softened butter into the flour mixture and rub it with your fingers until it becomes a crumbly texture.
3. Gradually add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together. Be careful not to add too much water – just enough to bring the dough together.
4. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes.

2️⃣ Prepare the Custard Filling

1. In a bowl, whisk the eggs with the sugar until smooth.
2. Add the milk and heavy cream and whisk to combine.
3. Add the cornstarch and vanilla extract, then whisk again to ensure everything is mixed well.

3️⃣ Shape the Tart Shells

1. Take the chilled dough out of the fridge and roll it out on a lightly floured surface until it’s about 3mm thick.
2. Cut the dough to fit your tart pans and press it into the edges to form the tart shell. Prick the bottom of the shell with a fork to prevent it from puffing up during baking.
3. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and bake the tart shells for about 10-12 minutes, or until they turn golden and crisp.

4️⃣ Add the Custard Filling

1. Once the tart shells are baked, carefully pour the prepared custard mixture into the shells.
2. Reduce the oven temperature to 160°C (320°F) and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the custard is just set.

5️⃣ Serve and Enjoy

1. Allow the tarts to cool before removing them from the tart pans.
2. Serve the tarts once they are fully cooled – they taste best chilled!

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🏆 Tips for Making Perfect Egg Tarts

✔ Be careful with the tart dough – Use cold water and avoid overworking the dough to ensure a buttery, crisp crust.
✔ Bake the tart shells at the right temperature – This ensures the crust becomes golden and flaky.
✔ Don't overbake the custard – Keep an eye on it, and bake until just set, so it remains smooth and creamy.

Now you can easily make delicious and soft Egg Tarts at home! 🍮💕
Enjoy, and feel free to leave any comments or questions below! 😊🙌