20+ Caramel Tarts Recipe Christmas Prepare To Be Amazed!

Christmas is a time for indulgence, and what better way to treat yourself and your loved ones than with delicious caramel tarts. These delectable desserts are the perfect combination of buttery pastry, rich caramel filling, and a hint of sea salt for that perfect balance of sweet and savory. Not only are they a crowd-pleaser, but they also make for a beautiful addition to any Christmas dessert table. Follow this simple recipe and impress your guests with these irresistible caramel tarts this holiday season.

Gather Your Ingredients

To make these caramel tarts, you will need the following ingredients:

For the pastry:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg yolk
• 2-3 tablespoons ice-cold water

For the caramel filling:

• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon sea salt

Prepare the Pastry

To make the pastry, start by combining the flour and sugar in a large mixing bowl. Add in the cold, cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and 2 tablespoons of ice-cold water. Gradually add the egg mixture to the flour mixture, stirring with a fork until the dough comes together. If the dough is too dry, add an additional tablespoon of water. Shape the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Make the Caramel Filling

While the pastry is chilling, it's time to make the caramel filling. In a medium saucepan, heat the sugar over medium-high heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon. The sugar will start to clump and eventually melt into a thick, amber-colored liquid. Once all the sugar has melted, add in the butter and stir until it is completely incorporated. Slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and stir in the sea salt. Let the caramel cool for 10-15 minutes.

Assemble and Bake

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the chilled pastry dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness. Cut out circles using a round cookie cutter and press them into a greased muffin tin, gently pressing the dough into the bottom and sides of the tin. Fill each pastry cup with the cooled caramel filling, leaving a little room at the top. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the pastry is golden brown and the caramel is bubbling. Let the tarts cool in the tin for 10 minutes before carefully removing them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Serve and Enjoy

Once cooled, these caramel tarts are ready to be devoured. Serve them warm or at room temperature, and top with a sprinkle of sea salt or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra special touch. These tarts can also be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Simply reheat in the oven before serving. Enjoy these heavenly treats with your loved ones and make this Christmas a little sweeter with these caramel tarts.