Peach Balsamic Custard Tarts
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There’s something about a little custard tart that feels instantly special.
Maybe it’s the golden top, the creamy center, or that flaky pastry shell that makes it feel like a treat the minute you see it. These Peach Balsamic Custard Tarts have all of that, plus a soft fruitiness from Peach White Balsamic that makes them just a little unexpected in the best way.
I love recipes like this because they feel elegant, but they’re still very doable at home. A sheet of puff pastry makes things easy, and the custard comes together with simple ingredients you may already have in the kitchen.
The Peach White Balsamic adds a gentle brightness to the filling that pairs beautifully with the vanilla and creamy custard. It doesn’t overpower the dessert at all—it simply adds that little extra note that makes people pause and say, “What is that? It’s so good.”
A touch of Butter Olive Oil gives the custard a smooth richness, and once those tarts bake up golden in the oven, they look like something much more complicated than they really are.
These are lovely for brunch, spring entertaining, dessert trays, or simply when you want something sweet that feels a little more polished than the everyday cookie or bar.
Dust them with powdered sugar if you’d like, and serve them slightly cool so the custard has time to settle.
Simple, pretty, and just the kind of dessert that feels a little special without a lot of fuss.
— Tracey
Why You’ll Love These Peach Custard Tarts
- Flaky puff pastry with a creamy vanilla custard center
- Made with Peach White Balsamic for a soft fruit finish
- Elegant enough for brunches, showers, and dessert tables
- Simple ingredients with beautiful results
- Easy to make using prepared puff pastry
Serving Ideas
Serve these peach balsamic custard tarts as a spring dessert, brunch pastry, or afternoon treat with coffee or tea. They’re also lovely on a dessert tray with fresh berries alongside.
Helpful Tips
- Do not let the custard boil on the stove or it may become too thick too quickly.
- Let the custard cool slightly before filling the pastry shells.
- Bake until the tops are just golden and set.
- Allow the tarts to cool before removing them from the pan for the cleanest shape.
Peach Balsamic Custard Tarts
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Category
Desserts
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Servings
8 tarts
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
25 minutes
These Peach Balsamic Custard Tarts feature flaky puff pastry shells filled with a smooth vanilla custard made with Peach White Balsamic and Butter Olive Oil. Lightly golden and delicately sweet, they’re a beautiful dessert for brunch, spring gatherings, or an elegant afternoon treat.
Ingredients
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1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
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3 large egg yolks
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1 whole egg
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1/3 cup sugar
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1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
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1 cup whole milk
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1 tablespoon Butter Olive Oil
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1 teaspoon Peach White Balsamic
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
Directions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a muffin tin or tart molds.
- Cut the puff pastry into rounds and press into the muffin tin or molds to form shells.
- In a saucepan, whisk together the egg yolks, whole egg, sugar, and flour until smooth.
Slowly whisk in the milk, Butter Olive Oil, and Peach Balsamic.
- Place the saucepan over medium-low heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens slightly. Do not boil.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Let the custard cool slightly.
Pour the custard into the pastry shells, filling almost to the top.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the tops are golden and just set.
Let the tarts cool before removing them from the tin.
- Dust with powdered sugar if desired and serve.
Recipe Note
Optional Add-Ins
- Fresh peach slices on top after baking
- A light drizzle of extra Peach White Balsamic
- Fresh berries for serving
- A little lemon zest in the custard
Tracey’s Notes
- Peach White Balsamic adds a gentle fruit note that makes these tarts feel just a little different from a classic custard tart.
- Using puff pastry keeps this recipe easy while still giving you that beautiful flaky shell.
- These are lovely for spring brunches, showers, Easter dessert trays, or afternoon coffee.
- Let them cool before removing from the pan so the custard has time to set nicely.