How to Make Portuguese Egg Tarts Like A Professional

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Portuguese egg tarts –Ah, the luscious delight that is the Portuguese egg tart! If you’ve never had one before, let’s just say you’re missing out on a tasty little slice of heaven. These treats are perfect for breakfast, dessert, or any time you feel like treating yourself. Let’s dive into the world of flaky pastry and creamy custard, shall we?

Portuguese Egg Tarts

First, let’s take a moment to appreciate this gorgeous creation. Just look at this:

Delicious Portuguese egg tarts

Imagine these beauties fresh out of the oven—golden brown and just waiting for you to take that first delightful bite. Now that we’ve teased your taste buds, let’s get down to the nitty-gritty of how to make these delectable treats!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, chilled and diced
  • 1/4 cup cold water
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and chilled butter until you have a crumbly texture. Add the cold water gradually until the dough comes together. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  3. Roll out the dough on a floured surface and cut it into circles. Fit these circles into the greased muffin tin molds, pressing them up the sides.
  4. In a saucepan, heat the milk and cream over medium heat. In another bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, vanilla, cornstarch, and cinnamon until smooth.
  5. Once the milk mixture is hot (but not boiling), slowly whisk it into the egg mixture. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve to ensure a smooth custard.
  6. Pour the custard into the pastry shells, filling them about 3/4 full.
  7. Bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the custard is set. Let them cool a bit before devouring!

And there you have it! Your very own homemade Portuguese egg tarts. Enjoy these delicious morsels and prepare to impress your friends (and yourself) with your newfound baking skills. Happy feasting!