Chinese Custard Tarts

Chinese Custard Tarts, also known as Dan Tat, are a popular dessert in Hong Kong and other Chinese communities around the world. They are known for their flaky pastry crust and creamy custard filling.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 85 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.

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Chinese Custard Tarts

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Chinese Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 25 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 1500

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 200 gram Pastry dough
• 3 piece Eggs
• 80 gram Sugar
• 250 milliliter Milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 30 gram Butter

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Roll out the pastry dough and cut it into circles to fit the tart molds.
3. Place the pastry circles into the molds and press them gently to fit the shape.
4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and cornstarch until well combined.
5. Pour the custard mixture into the pastry shells.
6. Place the tarts in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the custard is set and the pastry is golden brown.
7. Remove from the oven and let the tarts cool for 30 minutes.
8. Melt the butter and brush it on top of the tarts for a glossy finish.
9. Serve the Chinese Custard Tarts and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 25g9%

Sugars 10g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.