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Custard Tarts with Puff Pastry and Vanilla-Infused Filling

Flaky, buttery pastries filled with a rich and creamy egg custard, a beloved Portuguese dessert.

35 minutes4 servings
Custard Tarts with Puff Pastry and Vanilla-Infused Filling
Photo: Andy Li · CC0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Roll out the puff pastry and cut into 4-inch circles.
  3. In a saucepan, combine milk, cream, egg yolks, sugar, salt, and vanilla. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened.
  4. Let the custard cool slightly.
  5. Fill each pastry circle with about 2 tablespoons of custard.
  6. Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Sprinkle with cinnamon and serve warm.

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