Get ready to transport yourself to a Parisian patisserie with these divine Individual Custard and Macaroon Tartlets - a dessert so decadent and delightful, it'll make you feel like you've discovered a secret culinary treasure! Imagine delicate, buttery tart shells cradling a silky smooth custard, crowned with a golden, toasted coconut macaroon topping that promises a symphony of textures and flavors in every single bite.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: French
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pre-made tart crust
- 1 cup milk
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the pre-made tart crust and cut out six equal-sized squares, about 3 1/2 inches (9 cm) per side. Press each square into a mini muffin tin to form a tartlet shell.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the milk mixture into each tartlet shell, filling them about 3/4 of the way full.
- Bake the tartlets for 15 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are still slightly jiggly.
- While the tartlets are baking, prepare the macaroon topping. In a small bowl, mix together the shredded coconut and salt.
- After the tartlets have baked for 15 minutes, remove them from the oven and top each one with a spoonful of the coconut mixture.
- Return the tartlets to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the coconut is lightly toasted and the custard is set.
- Remove the tartlets from the oven and let them cool completely in the pan.
- Once cooled, remove the tartlets from the muffin tin and serve.
Tips
- Use room temperature eggs for a smoother, more consistent custard mixture.
- Don't overfill the tartlet shells - leave about 1/4 inch of space at the top to prevent spilling during baking.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg or almond extract to the custard mixture.
- Ensure your oven is properly preheated for even baking and perfect toasting of the coconut topping.
- Let the tartlets cool completely in the pan to help them set properly and make removal easier.
- For a professional touch, dust the finished tartlets with powdered sugar just before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 280kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 95mg
