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Eggnog Crème Tart with Caramel Shards

Savor the Holidays with Eggnog Crème Tart and Caramel Shards

Delight in this Eggnog Crème Tart with Caramel Shards, a festive centerpiece perfect for holiday celebrations.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Custard Ingredients
  • 2 cups Whole Milk Provides creaminess and body; avoid non-dairy substitutes.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Adds richness and smooth texture.
  • 6 large Egg Yolks Essential for creaminess and thickening.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens without overpowering flavors.
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Stabilizes and thickens the custard.
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Works with cornstarch for desired consistency.
  • 1 teaspoon Nutmeg Key spice for authentic eggnog flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Adds warmth; use in moderation.
  • 2 tablespoons Dark Rum or Bourbon Optional; enhances flavor depth.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Provides aromatic sweetness.
Tart Shell Ingredients
  • 1 cup Butter Cold butter creates a flaky texture.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness and enhances flavor.
Caramel Shards Ingredients
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Cook until it reaches deep amber color.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • saucepan
  • Tart Pan
  • Parchment paper
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • fine mesh sieve

Method
 

Make the Tart Shell
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter until it resembles coarse meal. Press evenly into a tart pan. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
Blind Bake
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line shell with parchment and fill with pie weights. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until golden. Let cool on wire rack.
Prepare Filling
  1. In a saucepan, whisk together milk, cream, sugar, egg yolks, cornstarch, flour, vanilla, and spices. Cook over medium heat for 8-10 minutes until thickened.
Strain Filling (optional)
  1. Strain mixture through a fine-mesh sieve for a silky texture. Cool briefly.
Fill Tart
  1. Pour custard filling into cooled tart shell. Spread evenly, cover, and chill for at least 4 hours.
Prepare Caramel Shards
  1. Heat granulated sugar in a saucepan until it melts and turns amber, about 5-7 minutes. Pour onto a parchment-lined sheet and cool. Break into shards.
Serve
  1. Top tart with caramel shards just before serving. Add whipped cream and crushed spice cookies if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 4gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature. Watch the heat carefully to avoid curdling. Store caramel shards separately to prevent stickiness.

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