Chinese Custart Tarts

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 3

Indulge in the delightful taste of Chinese Custard Tarts

by The Chefin Pastry

Prep

40 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

336

Sugar

12g

Fat

21g

Chinese custard tarts, also known as egg tarts, are a popular dessert in China and other parts of Asia. The tarts consist of a small pastry shell filled with sweet and creamy custard made from eggs, sugar, and milk. This recipe adds to the traditional recipe by adding yellow food coloring. This simple and delicious pastry is perfect for any occasion and is sure to leave your taste buds satisfied.

Instructions

1.	In a large bowl, mix the flour and lard together until you have a fine crumb-like texture.
2.	Add a pinch of salt and the hot water, mixing until a dough forms.
3.	Knead the dough until it is smooth. Refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes to an hour.
4.	Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a muffin tin.
5.	In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar together.
6.	Slowly add in the milk and yellow food coloring to the egg mixture, stirring until well combined.
7.	Remove the pastry dough from the refrigerator and roll it out to about 1/8 inch thick.
8.	Cut the dough into rounds and place them into the muffin tin.
9.	Pour the egg mixture into the pastry shells, filling them about 3/4 of the way full.
10.	Bake the tarts for 25-30 minutes or until the filling is set and the pastry is golden brown.
11.	Allow the tarts to cool before serving.

PROS

These tarts are sweet and creamy, making them a perfect dessert or sweet snack.

They are easy and quick to make.

CONS

The high sugar and fat content of these tarts make them a treat rather than a regular part of a healthy diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Milk is a great source of calcium, helping to build and maintain strong bones and teeth.
Eggs are high in protein, aiding in muscle growth and repair. They also contain essential vitamins and minerals such as vitamin D and phosphorus, benefiting overall health.

	3 cups plain flour
	185 g lard
	5 tablespoons hot water
	1 pinch salt
	3 eggs
	1/3 cup sugar
	1 1/2 cups milk
	3 drops yellow food coloring