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Portuguese Custard Tarts (Pasteis de Nata)

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Yield: 12 tarts 1x
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Portuguese
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These rich and creamy Portuguese Custard Tarts are a delightful treat with a flaky crust and a smooth custard filling. Perfect for a sweet indulgence or a special occasion.


Ingredients

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Ingredients for Portuguese Custard Tarts:

  • 420 g homemade rough puff pastry
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 1 ¼ cup whole milk
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 4 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the custard filling: In a saucepan, combine heavy cream, sugar, milk, egg yolks, and cornstarch over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened.
  2. Add vanilla extract: Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let the custard cool.
  3. Assemble the tarts: Roll out the puff pastry and line tart molds. Fill each with the custard and bake until golden brown.
  4. Serve: Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • For an authentic taste, use homemade puff pastry.
  • You can sprinkle cinnamon or powdered sugar on top before serving.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tart
  • Calories: 210 kcal
  • Sugar: 10 g
  • Sodium: 90 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 20 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 4 g
  • Cholesterol: 60 mg