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Mini Vegan Pastéis de Nata Tartlets

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Mini Vegan Pastéis de Nata Tartlets

Pastéis de Nata

  1. Pies & Tarts

Prep: 30 min • Cook: 20 min. Delicate vegan versions of the iconic Portuguese custard tart, featuring a rich, creamy plant-based filling nestled in a crisp, flaky crust. These tartlets are perfect for a guilt-free indulgence, offering all the beloved flavors in a bite-sized format.

Preparation time
30 min
Cooking time
20 min
Total time
50 min
Servings
12
Course
Dessert
Complexity
Easy
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Ingredients

Tart Shells

  • 1lb frozen puff pastry(thawed according to package directions)

Custard Filling

  • 1 cup cashews(soaked in hot water for at least 1 hour or overnight, then drained)
  • 1 cup full-fat coconut milk(from a can, well shaken)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar(adjusted to taste)
  • 3 tbsp cornstarch(or tapioca starch)
  • 1 tsp lemon zest(freshly grated)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp turmeric powder(for color, optional)

Instructions

Prepare Tart Shells

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
  2. Unroll the thawed puff pastry sheets onto a lightly floured surface.
  3. Cut out circles slightly larger than the muffin tin cups. Gently press the pastry circles into the muffin cups, ensuring they line the bottom and sides.
  4. Prick the bottom of each pastry shell with a fork.

Make the Custard Filling

  1. In a high-speed blender, combine the drained cashews, coconut milk, sugar, cornstarch, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and turmeric (if using).
  2. Blend until completely smooth, ensuring no cashew lumps remain. The mixture should be thick and creamy.

Assemble and Bake

  1. Pour the custard filling evenly into the prepared pastry shells, filling them about three-quarters full.
  2. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed, and the custard is set and slightly caramelized on top.
  3. Carefully remove the tartlets from the muffin tin. Allow them to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Servings
12
Serving size (imperial)
2.6 oz
NutrientPer servingPer 100 gTotal (12 servings)
Calories250 kcal333.3 kcal3,000 kcal
Protein3.5 g4.7 g42 g
Fat14 g18.7 g168 g
Carbs28 g37.3 g336 g

Tips

  • Ensure puff pastry is fully thawed but still cold for the flakiest results. Handle it minimally to prevent warming.
  • Watch the tartlets closely during baking as puff pastry can brown quickly. Adjust oven rack if needed.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature. A dusting of cinnamon is a classic accompaniment for extra flavor.

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