Description
Indulge in the delicate and creamy delight of Hong Kong Egg Tarts with this authentic recipe. These classic Chinese custard tarts, often enjoyed as a dim sum dessert, feature a buttery crust filled with a smooth, sweet custard that’s sure to impress your taste buds.
Ingredients
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Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- 2 to 3 tablespoons cold water
Custard Filling:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup hot water
- 1/3 cup evaporated milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine flour and powdered sugar. Cut in the cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add egg yolk and cold water to form a soft dough. Chill for 30 mins.
- Make the Custard: Dissolve granulated sugar in hot water and let cool. Whisk eggs, evaporated milk, and vanilla. Combine with sugar water, strain, and pour into tart shells.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F. Bake tarts for 25-30 mins until custard is set and crust is golden. Cool before serving.
Notes
- Straining the custard ensures a silky-smooth texture.
- Avoid overbaking to prevent the custard from puffing up and cracking.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tart
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
