Sambocade — Medieval Elderflower Cream Cheese Tart

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 1

Indulge in a royal treat with Sambocade, a rich and creamy elderflower tart

Sambocade — Medieval Elderflower Cream Cheese Tart

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	225 g rich shortcrust pastry
	4 eggs , separated
	115 g caster sugar
	350 g cream cheese
	85 g fresh breadcrumbs
	3 -4 sprigs of fresh elderberry flowers ( if in season ) or 1 tablespoon elderflower cordial
	2 -3 fresh fresh edible flowers , for decoration ( if in season )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

420

Sugar

25g

Fat

26g

Travel back in time with this medieval treat - Sambocade, a creamy and decadent elderflower tart. This dessert dates back to the 14th century, where it was enjoyed by nobles and lords. The recipe has been passed down through generations and remains a popular choice for those who appreciate a rich and indulgent dessert. The creamy filling is made with cream cheese, sugar, breadcrumbs, and elderflower, giving it a unique flavor and texture. The shortcrust pastry adds a crispy shell that complements the rich filling perfectly. This dessert is not for the faint of heart - it is rich, luxurious, and fit for royalty.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 200°C.
2.	Roll out the shortcrust pastry and line a 23cm tart tin.
3.	Beat the egg yolks and sugar until light and frothy.
4.	Mix in the cream cheese, breadcrumbs and elderflower.
5.	In a separate bowl, whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
6.	Gently fold the egg whites into the cream cheese mixture.
7.	Pour the mixture into the pastry case and bake for 10 minutes.
8.	Reduce the oven temperature to 150°C and cook for a further 25-30 minutes until golden and set.
9.	Allow the tart to cool and decorate with fresh edible flowers.

PROS

Sambocade is a deliciously rich and creamy dessert that will satisfy any sweet cravings.
The elderflower adds a unique and floral flavor to the tart, making it stand out from other cheesecakes.
It also makes for a beautiful presentation with the edible flowers on top.

CONS

As with any dessert, Sambocade is high in sugar and fat, making it a treat to be enjoyed in moderation.
The recipe also requires some skill in folding in the egg whites to ensure a light and fluffy texture.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although Sambocade is not the healthiest dessert, elderflowers have been used for medicinal purposes for centuries. They are known for their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties and may also have immune-boosting effects.