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Portuguese Egg Tarts

Cultural Context

Originating from the Belém district of Lisbon, Portuguese egg tarts were created by monks in the 18th century. These delightful pastries symbolize the fusion of culinary traditions and have become a beloved snack in Portugal and beyond. Today, they are enjoyed worldwide, often found in bakeries and cafes, showcasing their rich custard filling and flaky crust.

PortuguesePTdessert
45 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
200g butter
310g plain flour
3g salt
200ml water
225g sugar
110g water
2-3 cinnamon sticks
2g vanilla extract
half a lemon peel
400g milk
165g double cream
25g cornstarch
6 egg yolks

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and lower in saturated fat.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds flavor while being a natural sweetener.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and suitable for lactose intolerance.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: vanilla essence

Vanilla bean offers a richer flavor.

1

Place 200g of butter in a warm place to soften.

2

Mix 310g of plain flour, 3g of salt, and 200ml of water until homogenous; cover for 30 minutes.

3

Make a simple syrup with 225g of sugar, 110g of water, 2-3 cinnamon sticks, 2g of vanilla extract, and half a bruised lemon peel; boil until it reaches 106°C (223°F).

4

Set the syrup aside to cool.

5

In a saucepan, combine 400g of milk, 165g of double cream, and 25g of cornstarch; whisk and cook on medium heat until bubbling and thickened.

6

Separate 6 egg yolks into a bowl and mix them together.

7

Slowly add the cooked milky mixture to the egg yolks while whisking continuously, then whisk in the syrup until smooth.

8

Cover the custard to avoid skin forming and let it cool.

9

Roll out the dough into a rectangle and layer with butter, folding it to create layers; repeat this process several times.

10

Chill the dough in the fridge for at least 30 minutes after lamination.

11

Roll the pastry into a large piece and cut it into rounds for tarts.

12

Press the pastry rounds into muffin tins or traditional tart molds, wetting your thumbs to shape them.

13

Chill the shaped pastry for 15 minutes before filling with custard.

14

Bake the tarts at maximum oven temperature for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingbakingwhiskingstraining

Equipment Needed

saucepankitchen thermometerwork surfacerolling pinmuffin tinstraditional tart molds

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Pastéis de NataCustard Tarts

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