Tart Shells

Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness and prevent breakage.

For a crispier crust, lightly prick the bottom with a fork before adding filling and baking.

Blind bake the shells if your filling does not require long baking times to prevent a soggy bottom.

Consider lightly brushing the inside of the shell with egg wash or melted butter before filling for extra flavor and moisture barrier.

Overfilling the shells, which can cause the filling to spill out during baking.

Not pre-baking (blind baking) when necessary, leading to a soft, undercooked bottom crust.

Handling the fragile shells too roughly, causing them to crack or break.