Japanese Cheese Tarts (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (for tart shells).
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8 1/2 tbsp unsalted butter (cubed, for tart shells).
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1/2 cup powdered sugar (for tart shells and filling).
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1 egg yolk (for tart shells and egg wash).
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1 cup cream cheese (for filling).
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2/3 cup heavy whipping cream (for filling).
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1 tsp cornstarch (for filling).
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1/2 tbsp milk or water (for egg wash).
# Instructions:
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Combine flour, powdered sugar, and butter. Mix until the mixture resembles a crumb-like consistency. Add egg yolk and knead into a smooth dough.
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Press the dough into 2.6-inch tart molds. Trim the edges and prick the bottoms with a fork.
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Preheat the oven to 410°F. Bake the tart shells for 15 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool before removing from the molds.
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Soften cream cheese at room temperature. Mix with powdered sugar until smooth.
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Gradually add heavy whipping cream in three portions, mixing well after each addition. Stir in cornstarch until fully incorporated.
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Pipe the cheese filling into the cooled tart shells. Freeze the assembled tarts for 4 hours until firm.
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Preheat the oven to 410°F. Brush the frozen tarts with an egg wash (egg yolk mixed with milk or water). Bake for 15 minutes.
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Serve the tarts warm, chilled, or frozen for different textures.
# Notes:
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Irresistible Japanese Cheese Tarts feature buttery tart shells filled with creamy, gooey cheese. Perfect for any occasion!.
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Enjoy these tarts warm for a molten center, chilled for a custard-like texture, or frozen for a refreshing treat.