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Baked Portuguese Custard Tarts with Crustless Base

A variation of pastéis de nata with a crustless custard base and caramel topping, using a different preparation method for the pastry dough.

30 minutes6 servings
Baked Portuguese Custard Tarts with Crustless Base
Photo: Deixarolar · CC BY-SA 4.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Prepare the puff pastry by rolling it out and cutting into 6 equal squares. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  3. In a saucepan, combine egg yolks, condensed milk, sugar, salt, milk, and cream. Whisk until smooth.
  4. Pour the custard mixture into the puff pastry squares, filling them 3/4 full.
  5. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the custard is set and golden brown.
  6. Brush the top with caramel and serve warm.

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