Hong Kong Style Egg Tarts

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 3
Flaky and sweet, Hong Kong Style Egg Tarts are an irresistible dessert that will transport your taste buds to the bustling streets of Hong Kong.
in Pastry

Prep

60 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

85 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup confectioners ' sugar
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup butter
1 egg , beaten
1 dash vanilla extract
2/3 cup white sugar
1 1/2 cups water
9 eggs , beaten
1 dash vanilla extract
1 cup evaporated milk

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
320
Sugar
25g
Fat
19g
Hong Kong Style Egg Tarts are a staple of Hong Kong cuisine, with the first egg tarts being sold in the territory in the 1940s. The tarts are a fusion of British and Chinese culinary traditions, with the pastry crust being influenced by the British custard tart and the egg custard filling being influenced by Chinese egg custard desserts. Today, they are a popular dessert served in traditional Hong Kong bakeries as well as high-end restaurants around the world.

Instructions

1.In a large mixing bowl, combine confectioners' sugar and all-purpose flour. Slowly add in the chilled butter and use your fingers to rub it into the flour mixture until crumbly.
2.Add the beaten egg and vanilla extract to the mixture, and mix well until the dough comes together.
3.Knead the dough for a few minutes until smooth, wrap it in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
4.Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
5.In a large mixing bowl, combine white sugar and water. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
6.Add the beaten eggs, vanilla extract, and evaporated milk, and whisk until well combined.
7.Roll out the chilled dough and cut out circles to fit into individual muffin tins.
8.Pour the egg mixture into the tart shells.
9.Bake for 20-25 minutes until the filling is set and the pastry is golden brown. Let cool before serving.

PROS

Hong Kong Style Egg Tarts are a delicious and nostalgic dessert that can be enjoyed hot or cold.
The flaky pastry crust pairs perfectly with the creamy and sweet egg custard filling, satisfying your sweet tooth without being too heavy.

CONS

These tarts are high in sugar and fat, so they should be enjoyed in moderation.
The recipe can be time-consuming, so plan accordingly if you’re making them for a special occasion.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Hong Kong Style Egg Tarts are not particularly healthy, they do contain calcium from the eggs and evaporated milk which supports bone health. These tarts are also a good source of Vitamin A.

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