Puff Pastry Egg Tarts
Looking for an easy dessert that will impress your guests? These puff pastry egg tarts are crispy on the outside with a silky custard filling inside. They’re quick to prepare with store-bought puff pastry and make the perfect treat for afternoon tea, weekend snacks, or festive gatherings. Whether served warm or chilled, these little golden tarts are guaranteed to delight family and friends.
Ingredients
- 4 sheets puff pastry (use 5 sheets if you prefer a thicker crust )
- 3 egg yolks
- 50 g milk
- 150 g heavy cream (or whipping cream)
- 35 g sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Start by preparing the custard filling. Whisk 3 egg yolks until smooth.
- Add 35 g sugar and mix well.
- Add 50 g milk and stir to combine.
- Add 150 g heavy cream and ½ tsp vanilla extract, then mix again. (The vanilla is optional depending on preference or availability.) Once well combined, strain the custard mixture for a smoother texture. Set aside.
- Now, let’s prepare the tart shells. Take two sheets of puff pastry, overlapping about 1 cm, and roll them up tightly. Repeat with the remaining sheets, adding one sheet at a time. (If you prefer thicker shells, use five sheets in total.)
- Slice the rolled pastry into 1 cm thick rounds.
- Flatten each round into a circle about 9–10 cm wide. Dust lightly with flour to prevent sticking. Be careful not to tear the dough. Repeat until all pastry pieces are flattened.
- Place the flattened pastry into tart molds (we’re using standard egg tart molds). Press gently so the base and edges are evenly lined, forming a small nest shape. Pour in the custard filling, filling each tart just below the rim.
- Bake at 210°C (410°F) for 25 minutes.
- Once baked, let the tarts cool slightly before serving. Crispy shells with silky custard filling—ready to enjoy!
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Cooking & Storage Tips
- For thicker tart shells, use 5 sheets of puff pastry instead of 4.
- When rolling out the pastry, dust lightly with bread flour (or all-purpose flour) to prevent sticking. If the pastry softens too much, chill it in the freezer for a few minutes before rolling again.
- We used a conventional oven, but you can also use an air fryer or convection oven at 200°C (392°F) for about 15 minutes.
- Store any leftovers in the refrigerator. Chilled puff pastry egg tarts have a unique taste and texture.
Tools & equipment you may need
Oven
Pots and Pans
Last Updated on 2025-10-02