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Strawberry Honey Custard Tarts

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Delightful Strawberry Honey Custard Tarts with a crispy crust, honey-infused custard, and fresh strawberries, perfect for summer gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups (300g) all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
  • 1 cup (226g) cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) ice water
  • 1 1/2 cups (360ml) heavy cream
  • 1 cup (240ml) whole milk
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) honey, preferably local
  • 6 large egg yolks
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pound (450g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons honey, for drizzling (optional)
  • Fresh mint leaves, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
  2. Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture and cut in until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and ice water, then pour this into the flour mixture.
  4. Mix gently until the dough comes together and then shape it into a disc.
  5. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  6. Roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8-inch thickness.
  7. Cut out circles of dough slightly larger than your tart pans and fit them into the pans.
  8. Chill the tart shells for another 30 minutes.
  9. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake the tart shells for 15-20 minutes.
  10. Allow to cool completely.
  11. In a saucepan, combine heavy cream, milk, and honey; heat until just simmering.
  12. Whisk together egg yolks and salt, then temper with the hot milk mixture.
  13. Combine and cook over low heat until custard thickens, then strain into a bowl.
  14. Stir in vanilla extract and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  15. Spoon custard into cooled tart shells and arrange sliced strawberries on top.
  16. Drizzle with honey and garnish with mint leaves (optional).
  17. Chill before serving.

Notes

These tarts are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two days.

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