Air Fryer Egg Tart Guide | Generated by AI
Ingredients:
- 6-8 frozen egg tart shells (or homemade puff pastry)
- 2 large eggs
- 100ml (½ cup) whole milk (full-fat for best texture)
- 100ml (½ cup) heavy cream (or evaporated milk for richer flavor)
- 40g (3 tbsp) granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Prepare the Custard Filling
- Whisk eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Strain the mixture through a sieve to remove bubbles for a silky texture.
2. Fill the Tart Shells
- Place frozen tart shells in the air fryer basket (no thawing needed).
- Fill each shell ¾ full (they expand while cooking).
3. Air Fry the Egg Tarts
- Preheat air fryer to 160°C (320°F) for 3 minutes.
- Cook at 160°C (320°F) for 10–12 minutes until:
- Custard is set but slightly jiggly.
- Pastry is golden and flaky.
- Tip: Cover loosely with foil if pastry browns too quickly.
4. Cool & Serve
- Let cool for 5 minutes before eating (custard firms as it cools).
- Enjoy warm or chilled!
Ingredient Substitutions & Tips:
Milk Options:
- Best: Whole milk (creamy) or evaporated milk (richer).
- Lighter: Low-fat milk (add 1 extra yolk for richness).
- Dairy-free: Oat milk + 1 tsp cornstarch (less creamy).
Sugar Options:
- Granulated sugar works best (dissolves evenly).
- For caramel notes, use brown sugar (reduce by 1 tbsp).
- Sugar-free? Substitute with erythritol (1:1 ratio).
Heavy Cream Alternatives:
- Simpler: Use 50% milk + 50% evaporated milk.
- Luxury: Double cream (extra rich, less stable).
- Dairy-free: Coconut cream (shaken, not stirred).
Pastry Shortcuts:
- No shells? Use puff pastry cut into circles.
- Extra flaky? Brush shells with melted butter pre-baking.
Troubleshooting:
- Custard bubbly? Strain better or pour slower.
- Shells soggy? Preheat air fryer longer.
- Overflowing? Fill only ⅔ full next time.
Final Pro Tip:
For Portuguese-style tarts, sprinkle cinnamon or caramelize the tops with a kitchen torch!
Happy air frying! Let me know if you’d like a homemade pastry recipe too. 😊