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Crispy Hong Kong Egg Tarts Recipe Easy Homemade Silky Custard Filling

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This recipe delivers crispy, flaky Hong Kong egg tarts with a silky smooth custard filling that is approachable for home bakers. Perfect for a quick treat or special occasion, these tarts balance buttery crust and melt-in-your-mouth custard.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour (160 g)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed (113 g)
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tablespoons cold water
  • A pinch of salt
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar (65 g)
  • 1/2 cup evaporated milk (120 ml)
  • 1/2 cup whole milk (120 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Make the Pastry Dough: In a bowl, whisk together flour, powdered sugar, and a pinch of salt. Cut in the cold, cubed butter with a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs. Add cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing gently until the dough just comes together. Don’t overwork it! Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Prepare the Custard Filling: While the dough chills, whisk the eggs and sugar in a bowl until the sugar dissolves. Stir in evaporated milk, whole milk, and vanilla extract. For extra silky smoothness, strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove any chalaza or lumps. Set aside.
  3. Roll Out the Dough: Lightly flour a clean surface and roll the chilled dough to about 1/8 inch (3 mm) thickness. Using a round cutter about 3 inches (7.5 cm) wide, cut circles. Gently press each circle into your muffin tin or tart pans, making sure to press evenly up the sides. Trim any excess dough.
  4. Fill and Bake: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Pour the custard filling gently into each tart shell, filling about 3/4 full. Place the muffin tin on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the custard is set but still jiggles slightly in the center and the crust edges are golden brown.
  5. Cool and Serve: Let the tarts cool in the tin for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. They’re best enjoyed warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Keep butter cold for a flaky crust. Don’t overwork the dough to avoid toughness. Strain custard for smooth texture. Bake custard until set but still slightly jiggly to avoid rubberiness. Chill dough after shaping to prevent shrinkage. Reheat leftovers in oven to maintain crispness; avoid microwaving.

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