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Eggnog Creme Tart with Caramel Shards for the Holidays

Eggnog Creme Tart with
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Creamy Eggnog Crème Tart with Caramel Shards for the Holidays

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup Cold Butter (Use cold for a flaky texture.)
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour (Provides structure.)
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar (Adds sweetness.)
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt (Enhances flavors.)
  • 2 cups Whole Milk (Delivers creamy body.)
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream (Gives richness.)
  • 6 large Egg Yolks (Key for thickening.)
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar (Sweetens filling.)
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch (Essential for thickening.)
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour (Works with cornstarch.)
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg (Offers warm essence.)
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cinnamon (Adds mild warmth.)
  • 1/4 cup Dark Rum or Bourbon (Optional for depth.)
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (Enhances flavor.)
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest (Optional for brightness.)
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar (Key for crunchy caramel.)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine cold butter, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt. Mix until resembling coarse crumbs. Press into the tart pan and blind bake for 15 minutes until golden.
  2. Gently heat whole milk, heavy cream, nutmeg, and cinnamon in a medium saucepan over medium heat until steaming. Whisk egg yolks and granulated sugar until pale, then temper with hot milk mixture. Stir in cornstarch and flour thoroughly, return to saucepan.
  3. Cook custard mixture on medium-low heat, stirring until thickened and coating the spoon, about 5–7 minutes. Do not boil. Strain custard through a fine sieve for a smooth texture.
  4. Pour warm custard filling into the cooled tart shell, smoothing the top. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours until set.
  5. For caramel, cook granulated sugar in a saucepan over medium heat, swirling but not stirring, until it turns deep amber, about 8–10 minutes. Pour onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and cool completely before breaking into shards.
  6. Top the chilled tart with caramel shards before serving and optionally dust with cinnamon or garnish with sugared cranberries. Slice and serve.

Notes

  • This tart is perfect for holiday celebrations.
  • Customize the flavor by adjusting spices.
  • Use a tart pan with a removable bottom for easy serving.

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