South African Milk Tart

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 17
Authentic South African Milk Tart recipe for dessert lovers
in Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

Crust :
1/2 cup margarine
1/2 cup white sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 egg
2 teaspoons baking powder
salt to taste
Filling :
4 cups milk
1 teaspoon margarine
1 1/2 cups white sugar
2 eggs
2 1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
2 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon vanilla extract , or to taste
2 dashes ground cinnamon

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
387
Sugar
28g
Fat
20g
Milk Tart is a traditional South African dessert that is popular across the country. Also known as 'Melktert' in Afrikaans, it is believed to have been first made by Dutch settlers in the 17th century. It is a creamy, custard-like dessert with a crisp crust, and it is usually served in slices. Milk Tart is a popular dessert for special occasions, but it can be enjoyed anytime by anyone who loves sweets.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch pie dish.
2.To make the crust, cream together the margarine and white sugar until light and fluffy.
3.Beat in the egg. Sift in the flour, baking powder, and salt.
4.Mix until well combined, then press the mixture into the prepared pie dish.
5.To make the filling, heat the milk and margarine together until simmering.
6.In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, flour, and cornstarch until smooth.
7.Gradually whisk in the hot milk mixture, stirring constantly. Add the vanilla extract and pour the mixture over the crust.
8.Sprinkle cinnamon over the filling.
9.Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until set. Allow the milk tart to cool completely before slicing and serving.

PROS

Milk Tart is a delicious dessert that is easy to make.

The creamy, custard-like filling is perfectly balanced with a sweet, crunchy crust.

It can be enjoyed warm or cold.

CONS

Milk Tart is high in sugar and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Milk Tart contains calcium, protein, and other essential nutrients from milk.
The cinnamon in this recipe is known to have anti-inflammatory properties and may help regulate blood sugar levels.
However, it also contains a high amount of sugar and fat.

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