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Hong Kong Egg Tart

Delicious Homemade Hong Kong Egg Tart with Flaky Crust

Experience the bliss of Hong Kong Egg Tarts with flaky crust and creamy custard, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 tarts
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Water Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Provides structure for the crust
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Chilled for flaky layers
  • 3 tablespoons sugar Sweetens the pastry
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor
  • 1 large egg Binds the dough
  • 4-5 tablespoons ice water Hydrates the dough
Oil Dough
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Creates layered effect
  • 1/4 cup shortening Produces a tender crust
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter Adds richness
Filling
  • 1/2 cup hot water Dissolves sugar efficiently
  • 1/2 cup sugar Sweetens the custard
  • 2 large eggs Provides structure to custard
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness
  • 1 cup evaporated milk Offers creamy texture
Shaping
  • 1 set egg tart molds Essential for shape

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Rolling Pin
  • Fluted cutter
  • Egg tart molds
  • Baking sheet
  • fine sieve

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare Water Dough: Combine flour, butter, sugar, salt, egg, and ice water. Knead and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
  2. Prepare Oil Dough: Mix flour, shortening, and butter until cohesive. Rest in plastic wrap for 10 minutes.
  3. Assemble Doughs: Roll out water dough, encapsulate oil dough, roll into a rectangle, and rest for 15 minutes.
  4. Make the Filling: Dissolve sugar in hot water, beat eggs, mix in sugar-water, milk, and strain.
  5. Shape Tarts: Roll dough, cut circles, and press into greased molds.
  6. Fill Tarts: Fill shells with custard, leaving space, and bake in preheated oven at 325°F for 25-35 minutes.
  7. Cool and Serve: Let cool, then transfer to wire rack. Best enjoyed warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tartCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 80mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, chill your butter and mix all ingredients gently to avoid air bubbles.

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