Chinese Style Egg Custard Tarts 🥮
Overview:
These Chinese Style Egg Custard Tarts are a delightful treat that brings the authentic taste of Cantonese desserts right into your kitchen. With a perfectly balanced sweetness and a creamy texture, these tarts are sure to please your taste buds. Plus, they’re incredibly easy to make, requiring just a handful of simple ingredients and less than an hour of your time. Whether you’re craving a sweet indulgence or hosting a gathering, these tarts are bound to be a hit!
- Preparation Time: 25 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Servings: 10-12 tarts
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
- 8 tablespoons of butter
- 4 tablespoons of confectioners’ sugar
- 1 egg
- 13 tablespoons of flour
- 3-5 drops of vanilla extract
For the Filling:
- 4 tablespoons of sugar
- 24 tablespoons of water
- 3-5 drops of vanilla extract
- 9 eggs
- 8 tablespoons of evaporated milk
Instructions:
Crust:
- Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the confectioners’ sugar, butter, and flour until well incorporated.
- Add Egg and Vanilla Extract: Incorporate the egg and vanilla extract into the mixture, ensuring everything is thoroughly combined.
- Adjust Texture: The texture of the dough should be slightly moist but not dry. If it’s too dry, add a bit of margarine; if it’s too oily, add a touch more flour.
- Shape Dough: Form the dough into small balls, approximately 1.5 inches in diameter. Then, press each ball into a tart mold, starting from the center and pushing up until it forms a higher edge. Shape the edges into an “A” shape using two fingers.
Filling:
- Prepare Syrup: In a saucepan, boil the sugar and water until the sugar is completely dissolved. Allow the syrup to cool to room temperature.
- Mix Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, vanilla extract, and evaporated milk. Once combined, strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer to ensure a smooth consistency.
- Combine Filling: Gradually pour the egg mixture into the tart crusts, filling each one nearly to the brim.
Baking:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 230 degrees Celsius (450 degrees Fahrenheit) for about 10 minutes.
- Bake Tarts: Place the filled tart molds onto a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling has slightly puffed up.
Serving:
- Once baked, allow the tarts to cool for a few minutes before carefully removing them from the molds.
- Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy the creamy goodness of these Chinese Style Egg Custard Tarts!
Storage:
- Store any leftover tarts in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To reheat, simply warm them in the oven or microwave until heated through.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 487.3
- Fat Content: 25.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 14.3g
- Cholesterol Content: 241.3mg
- Sodium Content: 260.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 53.5g
- Fiber Content: 1g
- Sugar Content: 22.7g
- Protein Content: 11.8g
These Chinese Style Egg Custard Tarts are a delightful blend of sweetness and creaminess, making them perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re a fan of Cantonese cuisine or simply love delicious desserts, these tarts are sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection. So gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your friends and family with these irresistible treats!
