Portuguese Custard Tart
A traditional Portuguese dessert, the pastéis de nata is a rich, creamy custard tart that is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. The combination of flaky pastry and smooth custard is a match made in heaven.
Ingredients
- ●2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- ●1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
- ●1/2 cup, cold and cut into small pieces unsalted butter
- ●4 large eggs
- ●1 cup granulated sugar
- ●1 1/2 cups whole milk
- ●1 tsp vanilla extract
- ●1 tsp portuguese custard powder
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- 2
Roll out the puff pastry to a thickness of about 1/8 inch (3 mm).
- 3
Transfer the pastry to a 9-inch (23 cm) tart pan with a removable bottom.
- 4
Trim the edges of the pastry to fit the pan and press it into the corners.
- 5
Prick the bottom of the pastry with a fork to prevent it from bubbling up during baking.
- 6
Line the pastry with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans.
- 7
Bake for 15 minutes, then remove the parchment paper and pie weights or beans.
- 8
Return the pastry to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown.
- 9
While the pastry is baking, prepare the custard by whisking together the eggs, granulated sugar, and salt in a medium bowl.
- 10
Add the milk, vanilla extract, and portuguese custard powder to the bowl and whisk until well combined.
- 11
When the pastry is golden brown, remove it from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes.
- 12
Pour the custard into the pastry shell and smooth the top with a spatula.
- 13
Return the tart to the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the custard is set and the edges are lightly golden brown.
- 14
Remove the tart from the oven and let it cool to room temperature.
- 15
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
- 16
Serve the tart chilled, garnished with confectioners' sugar if desired.