🍍 Pineapple Custard Tart (Buttery, Creamy & Tropical)

⏰ Best for:

Dessert / Tea time / Summer treats

🔥 Calories (approx):

320–420 kcal per slice

🧾 Ingredients (Serves 6–8)

Tart Crust:

• 200 g all-purpose flour
• 100 g cold butter (cubed)
• 50 g sugar
• 1 egg yolk
• 2–3 tbsp cold water

Custard Filling:

• 300 ml milk
• 3 egg yolks
• 80 g sugar
• 25 g cornstarch
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 20 g butter

Pineapple Topping:

• 1 cup fresh pineapple (sliced thinly)
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1 tbsp butter

Optional Garnish:

• Black sesame seeds
• Honey or glaze

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Make the tart crust

Mix flour, sugar, and cold butter until crumbly.
Add egg yolk and cold water, form into a dough.
Chill for 30 minutes.

Roll out and press into a tart pan.
Prick with a fork.
Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 15–18 minutes until golden.
Cool completely.

2. Prepare custard

Heat milk until warm.

Whisk egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch until smooth.
Slowly add warm milk while whisking.

Return to heat and cook until thickened.
Stir constantly.
Add vanilla and butter, then cool.

3. Cook pineapple

In a pan, melt butter and sugar.
Add pineapple slices and cook until lightly caramelized and glossy.
Let cool.

4. Assemble

Pour custard into tart shell and smooth evenly.
Arrange pineapple slices neatly on top.

5. Finish

Optional: brush with honey or glaze for shine.
Sprinkle black sesame seeds for contrast.

6. Chill & serve

Refrigerate for 1–2 hours before slicing for best texture.

💡 Tips for Best Results

• Use fresh pineapple for better flavor and texture.
• Do not overcook custard to keep it silky.
• Chill before serving to help the tart set properly.
• For extra flavor, add a hint of coconut to the custard.

⚡ Energy-Saving Tips

• Bake crust while preparing custard to save time.
• Use residual heat to finish custard thickening.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Who This Dessert Is Perfect For

• Fans of tropical desserts
• Light, not-too-sweet pastry lovers
• Tea-time or café-style menus