homemade egg tarts

How to Make Homemade Egg Tarts: A Simple Guide

Homemade egg tarts are a delightful treat, combining a buttery crust with a creamy, custardy filling. Here’s an easy step-by-step guide to making them from scratch.

For the crust: Mix 200g all-purpose flour, 100g cold diced butter, and 50g sugar until crumbly. Add 2-3 tbsp ice water, knead gently into a dough, and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Roll out, line tart molds, and blind-bake at 180°C for 15 minutes until golden.

For the filling: Whisk 4 eggs, 200ml milk, 100ml heavy cream, 50g sugar, and 1 tsp vanilla extract. Strain the mixture for a smooth texture. Pour into the baked crusts, filling 80% full.

Baking: Preheat oven to 170°C. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the filling is set and slightly jiggly. Cool before serving.

Tips: For a flakier crust, use very cold butter. Customize the filling with a pinch of nutmeg or lemon zest. Enjoy these warm with a dusting of powdered sugar!