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Portuguese culinary tradition

Originating in Lisbon, these custard tarts feature a crisp, flaky exterior and a silky smooth egg custard filling that melts in your mouth. Each bite tells a story of centuries-old baking techniques passed down through generations of Portuguese bakers.
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Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients for Flaky Pastry Cups
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup cold unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup ice water
  • Ingredients for Creamy Egg Custard Filling
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 3 egg yolks
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Tart molds or mini muffin tin
  • Rolling Pin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Pastry brush
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

  1. Prepare the pastry dough by cutting cold butter into flour
  2. Gradually add ice water until dough forms
  3. Chill dough for 1 hour
  4. Roll out thin and cut into small circles
  5. Press dough into tart molds
  6. Whisk custard ingredients until smooth
  7. Pour filling into prepared pastry cups
  8. Bake at 475°F for 12-15 minutes