Delectable Portuguese Tartlets: A Heavenly Snack for Your Palate

Allergens

Dairy, Eggs

Ingredients

• 2 cups all
• purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 large egg yolk
• 4
• 6 tablespoons ice water
• 1 can (13.5 oz) of evaporated milk
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, and granulated sugar. Add the cold, cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
2. Stir in the egg yolk, then gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together. Form into two equal sized discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
3. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 12 cup tartlet pan.
4. Roll out one disc of dough on a lightly floured surface and cut into 6 8 equal circles, depending on the size of your tartlet cups. Gently press each circle into the prepared pan and trim any excess dough.
5. In a large bowl, whisk together the evaporated milk, eggs, white sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg until well combined.
6. Pour the custard mixture evenly into each tartlet shell, filling almost to the top.
7. Bake for 20 25 minutes, or until the custard is set and the crust is golden brown. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before removing from the pan.
8. Optional: Dust with powdered sugar just before serving.

Chef’s Insight

These tartlets can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature, making them perfect for any occasion.

Notes

This recipe is perfect for a standard diet and is easy to make with simple ingredients.