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Mini Strawberry Tarts (1)

Strawberry Tartlets with Creamy Custard

The easiest strawberry tart recipe ever — no special tools needed! Made with store-bought or homemade shells + a silky strawberry cream custard.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 5

Ingredients
  

For the Custard Filling

  • 1 large whole egg
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 6 g fine granulated sugar
  • 100 ml whipping cream
  • 30 ml strawberry milk

For Assembly

  • 12 ready-made strawberry tart shells
  • Strawberry jam as needed (approx. 50g total)
  • Fresh strawberries chopped, for topping

Instructions
 

Preparation & Preheating

  • Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). If using an air fryer, preheat it to 180°C (350°F). Wash your fresh strawberries, pat them dry, and cut them into small, bite-sized pieces.

Making the Custard Filling

  • Add the egg, egg yolk, and 6 g sugar to a bowl. Pour in 100 ml heavy cream and 30 ml strawberry milk. Whisk gently until the mixture is fully combined.
  • Be careful not to whisk too vigorously to prevent creating too many air bubbles.
  • For the absolute silkiest texture, strain the entire custard mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a jug or another bowl. This crucial step removes any undissolved egg strands and bubbles, guaranteeing a perfectly smooth filling after baking.

Assembling & Baking the Tarts

  • Arrange your ready-made tart shells on a small baking tray. Slowly pour the strained custard into the shells, filling each one only about 80% full. This leaves necessary room for the custard to puff up slightly in the oven without overflowing.
  • Place the baking tray in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the custard is set around the edges but may still have a slight jiggle in the very center. The tops should be lightly golden. If using an air fryer, bake at 180°C for about 10 minutes.

Adding the topping

  • Remove the tarts from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack for a few minutes. They will deflate slightly as they cool, which is normal.
  • Spread a layer of strawberry jam into each tart. Add strawberry pieces on top and garnish with rosemary if desired.
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