Ingredients
Scale
Tart Shells
- Pre-made mini tart shells or homemade mini tart crusts
Pumpkin Filling
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or homemade)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or evaporated milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1/2 cup sugar (or pure maple syrup for natural sweetness)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 tsp pie spice mix (blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves)
Instructions
- Prepare the Tart Shells: If using premade tart shells, lay them out on a baking sheet. For homemade crust, roll out the dough and press into mini tart pans, trimming edges neatly to create a sturdy, even base.
- Mix the Pumpkin Filling: In a mixing bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, eggs, heavy cream (or your choice of milk), sugar, vanilla extract, and the pie spice mix until smooth and fully combined.
- Fill the Tart Shells: Carefully spoon the pumpkin custard into each shell, filling about 3/4 full to allow space for the filling to puff slightly while baking.
- Bake the Tarts: Place the filled tarts in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the filling is set but still gently jiggles in the center.
- Cool Before Serving: Allow the tarts to cool completely on a wire rack. This helps the custard to firm up and the flavors to develop for the perfect bite.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients to help blends smoothly and ensure even baking.
- Don’t overfill the tarts; leaving space prevents overflowing and keeps crusts crispy.
- Watch the bake time — a slight jiggle in the center indicates the custard is perfectly set, preventing drying out.
- Chill the dough before baking to avoid shrinking or warping.
- Toast spices lightly before mixing for a deeper aroma and richer flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (if using gluten-free tart shells)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tart
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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