LIONEL'S CUSTARD TARTS
In 1399, the coronation banquet prepared for Henry IV included a medieval version of the custard tart. Medieval recipes generally included a shortcrust and puff pastry case filled with a mixture of cream, milk, or broth with eggs, sweeteners such as sugar or honey, and sometimes spices. Recipes existed as early as the...
Provided by Clare Chambers
Categories Pies
Time 1h20m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. For the Pastry: Place the butter, flour and sugar into a bowl and cut / rub the butter in until it resembles fine breadcrumbs. Make a well in the centre and add the egg. Combine into a dough, wrap in clingfilm and chill for at least 30 minutes.
- 2. Preheat the oven to 200C. Roll out the pastry onto a lightly floured surface. Using an 11cm fluted cutter cut into 12 discs. If you do not have an 11cm fluted cut use a plain one or make a template and use a wheeled fluted cutter.
- 3. Place the discs into the muffin tray.
- 4. For the custard filling: Warm the milk - make sure it does not get hot as you do not want the eggs to scramble. Meanwhile beat the eggs, yolks, vanilla and sugar together in a bowl. Add the warm milk and stir well.
- 5. Using a jug or a ladle pour the custard into the tart cases to about 1/2 cm from the top and sprinkle with nutmeg. I was distracted by the dog and as you can see I have overfilled these.
- 6. Bake for about 20 minutes. After 15 minutes start to keep an eye on them. They should have a slight dome when the are ready. If they rise too much and crack they are overcooked. Again this picture shows you what happens if you over fill them
- 7. Cool in the tin for 30 minutes before carefully removing them. Eat when fully cooled.
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Usama Zahoor
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of custard tarts, but these ones are amazing! The filling is so rich and creamy, and the crust is flaky and buttery. I'm definitely going to be making these again.
Lexy Kasper
[email protected]These tarts are the perfect dessert for a special occasion. They're elegant and delicious, and they're sure to impress your guests.
Najam Malik
[email protected]I made these tarts for a party last weekend, and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them, and I got so many compliments.
Amie F
[email protected]These tarts are the perfect size for a single serving. They're not too big and not too small, and they're the perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Nafishaa Jawee
[email protected]The custard filling is divine! It's so smooth and creamy, and the flavor is out of this world.
Siphamandla Gumede
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses pre-made tart shells. It saves so much time and effort, and it makes the tarts even easier to make.
MD Juwal
[email protected]These tarts are the perfect dessert for any occasion. They're elegant and delicious, and they're sure to impress your guests.
Michael Rogers
[email protected]I've made these tarts several times now, and they're always perfect. The instructions are easy to follow, and the results are always amazing. I love that I can make them ahead of time and then just pop them in the oven when I'm ready to serve them.
Asad Zehri
[email protected]These tarts are delicious! The custard filling is creamy and flavorful, and the crust is flaky and buttery. I highly recommend them.
ali Ch543
[email protected]These tarts are so easy to make, and they're always a hit with my family and friends. I love that I can make them ahead of time and then just pop them in the oven when I'm ready to serve them.
Comfort Edward
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of custard tarts, but these ones are amazing! The filling is so rich and creamy, and the crust is flaky and buttery. I'm definitely going to be making these again.
AFGHANI FUNNY BROTHERS
[email protected]These tarts are the perfect dessert for a special occasion. They're elegant and delicious, and they're sure to impress your guests.
Musimenta desire
[email protected]I made these tarts for a party last weekend, and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them, and I got so many compliments. I'm definitely going to be making them again soon.
Lucky Mujahid
[email protected]These tarts are the perfect size for a single serving. They're not too big and not too small, and they're the perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Kalvin RhythmsaMuzik
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses pre-made tart shells. It saves so much time and effort, and it makes the tarts even easier to make.
sailor moon
[email protected]The custard filling is divine! It's so smooth and creamy, and the flavor is out of this world. I could eat it by the spoonful.
LaBradford Rucker
[email protected]These tarts are so easy to make, even for a novice baker like me. I was able to follow the instructions easily, and they turned out perfectly. I'm so glad I tried this recipe!
Street_legal_go_kart
[email protected]I've made these tarts several times now, and they're always a hit! My friends and family love them, and I always get rave reviews. They're the perfect dessert for any occasion.
Shabir Hussain
[email protected]Holy moly! These custard tarts are the bomb! The filling is rich and creamy, with the perfect balance of sweetness and spice. The crust is flaky and buttery, and it holds everything together perfectly. I'm definitely going to be making these again an