This is the authentic Portuguese Custard Tarts recipe, used by a bakery in Lisbon. The recipe is easy to follow, a few tips will make your tarts a success.

The centuries-old Portuguese treat has become a global brand, and a very modern marketing machine is pushing it.

A bakery in the Azores Portuguese islands

Portuguese custard tarts and coffee on the table

As you explore the streets of any portuguese city, you will notice, that there are many cafés and pastry shops/pastelarias. These are an important part of portuguese lifestyle, and fill the need for coffee breaks. This is where you go, not only for a cup of coffee, but to also eat delicious sweet or savory pastries. Some of the most common are featured in this illustration by Paulina Piech, an artist based in Porto. Editorial Director: Vera Nobre 📸: www.instagram.com/paulinaeatsanddraws/

Leonard's Portuguese Bakery is one of the multi-cultural treasures of Oahu, HI. Stop in for a traditional malasada or any number of baked sweets in their vintage glass cases.

Portuguese custard tarts on a plate