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Eggnog Crème Tart with Caramel Shards

Eggnog Crème Tart with Caramel Shards

Delight in the festive flavors of Eggnog Crème Tart with Caramel Shards, a show-stopper dessert perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Holiday
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tart Shell
  • 1.5 cups flour Essential for structure and tender crumb.
  • 0.5 cups cold butter Crucial for flaky texture.
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar Sweetens the crust.
For the Custard Filling
  • 1 cup whole milk Provides creaminess.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Adds luxurious mouthfeel.
  • 4 large egg yolks Thickens the custard.
  • 0.75 cups granulated sugar Sweetens the custard.
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch Stabilizes the custard.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor.
  • 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg Classic eggnog flavor.
  • 0.25 teaspoon cinnamon Brings warmth.
  • 1 pinch salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 cup dark rum or bourbon Optional, skip for non-alcoholic.
For the Caramel Shards
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Base for caramel.

Equipment

  • 9-inch tart pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Medium saucepan
  • fine sieve
  • whisk
  • Spatula
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and cold butter. Blend until mixture resembles coarse meal. Firmly press into a 9-inch tart pan and chill for 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line tart shell with parchment and fill with weights. Bake for 20-25 minutes until lightly golden. Cool on a wire rack.
  3. In a saucepan, whisk together milk, cream, egg yolks, sugar, cornstarch, vanilla, nutmeg, cinnamon, and salt. Heat, stirring until thickened (5-8 minutes). Strain.
  4. Pour strained custard into cooled tart shell. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours to set.
  5. For caramel shards, cook sugar in a saucepan until deep amber (6-8 minutes). Pour onto a parchment-lined sheet, cool until hard, then break into shards.
  6. To serve, remove tart from pan, top with caramel shards, and garnish with whipped cream and cinnamon.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optimal chilling and careful monitoring during caramel making are key for success. Add caramel shards just before serving for best texture.

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