Maple Caramel Custard Tartlets
Indulge in the heavenly combination of flaky pastry and smooth custard with our Maple Caramel Custard Tartlets. Each bite features a rich, velvety custard infused with pure maple syrup and topped with a glossy caramel glaze. Perfect for any occasion, these delightful tartlets are sure to impress family and friends alike!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 tartlets 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (for caramel)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix flour, cold butter, and sugar until crumbly. Press into muffin tins.
- Bake shells for about 15 minutes until golden brown.
- In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, milk, maple syrup, vanilla, cornstarch, and salt until smooth.
- Pour custard into cooled shells and bake at 325°F (160°C) for 20-25 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center.
- For caramel, melt sugar over medium heat until amber. Drizzle over cooled tartlets.
- Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: To avoid shrinking tartlet shells, chill dough thoroughly and use pie weights while baking. For variations, substitute maple syrup with honey or add nuts for extra texture.