Enhanced Recipesculinary collection
Home
CoursesView CuisinesWhat Can I Make?My Kitchen

ASMR Portuguese Egg Tarts From Scratch | Crispy Puff Pastry & Creamy Custard Recipe

Login to Save
1K views👍 27
Lilac Diaries
Lilac Diaries
11 recipes on Enhanced Recipes
Follow Lilac Diaries to prioritize their recipes in your meal plans, pantry matches, and suggestions

Recipe Information

Recipe Available
Video-Specific Recipe

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
1 ¼ cups (175g) all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp salt
3/4 cup (170g) butter, cubed & chilled
7 tbsp cold water
½ cup (118ml) heavy cream
½ cup (115g) white sugar
1 ¼ cups (300ml) whole milk
2 egg yolks
5 tsp (11g) corn starch
1 ¼ tsp vanilla extract

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

In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour and salt.

2

Add the chilled, cubed butter and rub into the flour using your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.

3

Drizzle in 7 tbsp of cold water, mixing with a fork until the dough begins to come together. Add a little more water if necessary, just enough to form a cohesive dough.

4

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Roll into a 6x15 inch rectangle. Perform a book fold by bringing one short end toward the centre, then the other over it, like folding a letter. Wrap in plastic and chill for 1 hour.

5

Roll out to 6x15 inches, fold as before, and chill for another 30 minutes.

6

Roll out to 6x15 inches, fold again, then roll into a final 10x12 inch rectangle. Roll up the dough tightly from the long side, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 30 minutes or overnight.

7

In a saucepan, combine heavy cream, sugar, milk, egg yolks, corn starch, and vanilla extract. Whisk until sugar dissolves.

8

Place over medium-low heat, whisking constantly, until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon but is still pourable. Remove from heat and continue whisking until the mixture cools slightly. Sift and let cool completely.

9

Preheat your oven to 230°C (446°F).

10

Slice the chilled pastry log into 12 equal pieces. Press each into lightly greased tart molds or cupcake pans, forming thin shells.

11

Spoon the cooled custard into each pastry shell, filling nearly to the top.

12

Bake for about 20 minutes. If the pastry or custard begins to brown too quickly, turn off the oven and allow the tarts to finish cooking in the residual heat for an additional 10 minutes.

13

Remove from the oven, let cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingbakingwhiskingstraining

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlplastic wraptart molds or cupcake panssaucepanwhisk

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

Pastéis de NataCustard Tarts

More Portuguese Egg Tarts Videos

(12 videos)

Similar Portuguese Videos

(24 videos)

Similar Desserts From Other Cuisines

(24 videos)