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20-Min Crispy Custard Tarts

Flaky phyllo cups baked until golden, filled with silky egg custard infused with vanilla and a whisper of caramel. No pastry-making required—ready in under 20 minutes.

Total time
20 min
Servings
8
Calories
165
Protein
4g
20-Min Crispy Custard Tarts
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 400°F. Brush a muffin tin with melted butter.

  2. Step 2

    Cut phyllo sheets into 3-inch squares. Layer 2 squares per muffin cup, brush between each, pressing gently into cup.

  3. Step 3

    Bake phyllo shells 6–8 minutes until edges are golden. Remove and let cool 2 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Whisk eggs, condensed milk, vanilla, sugar, and salt until smooth and pale.

  5. Step 5

    Pour custard mixture into phyllo shells, filling each about three-quarters full.

  6. Step 6

    Bake 6–8 minutes until custard is set but centers still jiggle slightly. Cool 2 minutes before serving.

Tools you’ll need

  • muffin tin
  • pastry brush
  • chef's knife
  • whisk
  • mixing bowl
  • oven

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