Tart shells are pre-baked or unbaked pastry bases used to make tarts and mini pies. They save time and are easy to use — just fill and bake or serve directly.

There are different shapes, such as:

• Round – for fruit tarts, cheese tarts, egg tarts
• Angled – for modern or layered desserts
• Portuguese-style (egg tart shells) – used for making Portuguese egg tarts

Ready-made tart shells are perfect for quick and neat desserts.