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Chai-Spiced Coffee Tarts

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Indulge in the comforting fusion of chai and coffee with these Chai-Spiced Coffee Tarts. Featuring a smooth, spiced custard over a crisp buttery crust and topped with fluffy whipped cream, this dessert is perfect for fall gatherings, tea parties, or cozy afternoons with bold flavor cravings.

Ingredients

For the Tart Crust:

  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed

  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar

  • 1 egg yolk

  • 1-2 tbsp cold water

  • Pinch of salt

For the Chai Coffee Filling:

  • 3/4 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled

  • 1 tsp instant espresso (optional, for bolder flavor)

  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

  • 1/4 cup whole milk

  • 1/3 cup brown sugar

  • 2 tsp chai spice mix (cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, cloves, allspice)

  • 2 eggs

  • 1 tbsp cornstarch

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Whipped Cream Topping:

  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

  • 1 tbsp powdered sugar

  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

  • Optional: pinch of chai spice or cinnamon, for garnish

Instructions

1. Make the Tart Shells:

  • In a bowl, combine flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly.

  • Add egg yolk and cold water, mixing until dough forms. Chill for 30 minutes.

  • Roll out dough and press into tart pans. Prick bottoms with a fork. Chill for another 10 minutes.

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Blind bake with pie weights for 15 minutes, then bake uncovered for 5 minutes more. Cool completely.

2. Prepare the Filling:

  • Heat cream, milk, coffee, chai spice, and sugar in a saucepan until warm.

  • In a bowl, whisk eggs with cornstarch. Slowly whisk in the warm cream mixture to temper.

  • Return mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat until thickened. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla.

  • Pour filling into baked tart shells. Bake at 350°F for 12–15 minutes until just set. Let cool completely.

3. Add Topping:

  • Whip cream with powdered sugar and vanilla to soft peaks. Pipe rosettes or swirls onto cooled tarts.

  • Sprinkle with chai spice or cinnamon before serving, if desired.

Notes

  • For best results, cool the tarts completely before topping with whipped cream.

  • Can be made as one 9-inch tart or 6–8 mini tarts.

  • Customize spice levels by adjusting the chai blend.

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