Recipes Desserts Pies Tarts 11 Custard Tart Recipes That Will Help You Master The Pastry Art By Ita Mac Airt Ita Mac Airt Ita Mac Airt is a longtime member of the Allrecipes Editorial team, starting in the original Seattle headquarters as one of the site's first content producers. She went on to manage several of Allrecipes' international websites before rejoining the Allrecipes.com editorial team in 2023. Allrecipes' editorial guidelines Published on July 9, 2021 Close Photo: Buckwheat Queen The classic combination of rich pastry with a sweet, vanilla-infused set custard is completely irresistible. From individual Portuguese custard tarts to a fresh berry tart with white chocolate custard, we've compiled this selection of recipes to help you master the art of the custard tart. 01 of 12 French Puff Pastry Tart with Pears and Chocolate View Recipe Allrecipes When it comes to tarts crispy puff pastry, milk chocolate, a rich custard, and fresh pears are a match made in heaven. Serve on its own, or with freshly whipped cream for a truly decadent dessert. 02 of 12 Portuguese Custard Tarts (Pasteis de Nata) View Recipe Chef John Follow this foolproof recipe to make a batch (or two) of luscious Portuguese-style custard tarts for your family and friends. "You decide whether you're going to include lemon, cinnamon, and vanilla, which are optional ingredients in Portugal, but I really enjoy the flavor, and wouldn't change a thing," said recipe creator Chef John. Watch the Video 03 of 12 Sinful Custard Tart View Recipe QUILTQUEEN A rich and creamy rum-infused custard filling is cooked in a pre-baked pie crust that has been brushed with egg white to prevent any sogginess. Allow the tart to cool completely before serving as it will continue to cook after it's taken out of the oven. 04 of 12 Coconut Cream Tarts View Recipe lutzflcat These bite-sized mini tarts with coconut custard filling are perfect for a party or bridal shower. The filling can be refrigerated for up to two days if you need to get ahead. The recipe calls for egg roll wrappers, but phyllo pastry would work just as well. 05 of 12 Fresh Berry Tart with Chambord Sauce View Recipe greenware34 A puff pastry tart is topped with white chocolate custard, fresh berries, and a raspberry liqueur sauce to make this impressive centerpiece for a summer party. Sprinkle toasted and chopped almonds on top for added texture. 06 of 12 Egg Tarts I View Recipe Buckwheat Queen These super cute, mini pastry tarts with a sweet custard filling will disappear in no time. Add a light dusting of confectioners' sugar and garnish with whatever fruit is in season for a yummy treat any time of the year. 07 of 12 Easy Hong Kong Style Egg Tarts View Recipe Helen Kam Chinese-style egg tarts are sweet and delicious. This recipe will make two dozen tarts. They're best eaten a few hours after baking, but they will keep, covered, in the fridge for a day or two. 08 of 12 Tieton Apricot Tart with Basil Custard View Recipe Allrecipes Photo A whole wheat and ground almond crust is topped with sweet vanilla-basil custard and fresh apricot slices. This tart is well worth a try if you are lucky enough to get your hands on fresh apricots in the summer. 09 of 12 Apple Rose Tart View Recipe Brittany Clark Apple slices are arranged to look like a rose on top of a rich walnut custard in a shortcrust pastry shell. Use apples with pink or red skin for a beautiful color. 10 of 12 Crostata with Lemon Custard and Whipped Ricotta Cream View Recipe Explore dough This is a layered Italian tart with homemade lemon custard, ricotta cream, and fresh berries. It's so light, you might as well have another slice! Decorate with any seasonal berries or fruit of your choice. Serve with tea, coffee, or dessert wine. 11 of 12 Milk Tart View Recipe Paul Gilbert A sweet, milky custard tart that's aSouth African favorite. Sprinkle the top of each mini tart with cinnamon and serve chilled for a refreshing summertime treat. 12 of 12 More Inspiration Meredith 16 Custard Pie Recipes for a Slice of Old-Fashioned Comfort 9 Lemon Tart Recipes for a Slice of Sunshine Dessert Tart Recipes Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit