Hong Kong Egg Tarts (Dan Tat)

A popular dim sum dessert consisting of a flaky pastry shell filled with a silky, sweet egg custard.

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Hong Kong Egg Tarts (Dan Tat)

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 cups All Purpose Flour
  • 1/2 cup Butter Cold
  • 1 large Egg Yolk
  • 3 tbsp Water Ice Cold
  • 1/2 cup Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Water Hot
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1/4 cup Evaporated Milk
  • 1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract

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TartChineseVegetarianEggDim SumSweetDessert

Instructions

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Cut cold butter into flour until crumbs form. Add egg_yolk and ice water. Mix until dough forms.

Wrap dough in plastic and chill for 30 minutes.

Dissolve sugar in hot water. Let cool completely. Whisk eggs, evaporated_milk, and vanilla. Add sugar water.

Strain the custard mixture through a fine sieve to remove bubbles and chalaza.

Roll out dough to 1/8 inch thick. Cut circles and press into tart tins.

Pour custard into shells (fill 80%).

Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes until crust is golden and custard is set but jiggly.

Cool slightly before unmolding.