Easy Portuguese Egg Tart Recipe

Learn how to make the most delicious Portuguese egg tarts at home with this easy recipe. This recipe is perfect for beginners, and you’ll be able to enjoy these delicious tarts in no time.

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 egg yolk
• 1 teaspoon ice water
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2. In a food processor, combine the flour, butter, and sugar. Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Add the egg yolk and ice water and pulse until the dough just comes together.
4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for a few minutes, until smooth.
5. Roll out the dough to a 12-inch circle and fit into a 9-inch tart pan with removable bottom.
6. Bake the tart shell for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
7. While the tart shell is baking, make the filling. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
8. Pour the filling into the baked tart shell and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the filling is set.
9. Let the tarts cool completely before serving.

FAQ

Q: Why do need to use a tart pan with a removable bottom?

A: A tart pan with a removable bottom makes it easy to remove the tarts from the pan after they’re baked. This is important because the tarts are very delicate and can easily break if you try to remove them from a regular tart pan.

Q: What can use instead of all-purpose flour?

A: You can use a gluten-free flour blend in this recipe, but the results may not be as good.

Q: Can use a different type of butter?

Yes, you can use a different type of butter in this recipe, but the results may not be as good.

Q: Can make these tarts ahead of time?

Yes, you can make these tarts ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Q: Can freeze these tarts?

Yes, you can freeze these tarts for up to 2 months.

Pros

• Easy to make
• Delicious
• Perfect for a special occasion

Tips

• Use fresh eggs and good-quality butter for the best results.
• Be careful not to overcook the tarts, or they will be dry.
• Serve the tarts warm with a dusting of powdered sugar.

Recommendation

These tarts are delicious and addictive. You’ll want to make them again and again.

Conclusion

With this easy recipe, you can learn how to make the most delicious Portuguese egg tarts at home. These tarts are perfect for any occasion, and you’ll be