Tarte a Bouillie (French Custard Pie)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1
Indulge in the decadent Tarte a Bouillie (French Custard Pie)
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup shortening
1 egg , beaten
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1 pinch salt
1 cup milk , divided
2 eggs , beaten
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
465
Sugar
32g
Fat
22g
Tarte a Bouillie is a classic French custard pie that consists of a buttery crust filled with a smooth and creamy custard. The dessert has a rich history that dates back to the 1800s and is often enjoyed during special occasions such as Easter and Christmas. The Tarte a Bouillie is easy to customize and can be made with different flavored crusts and fillings, making it a versatile dessert. It's a perfect dessert for anyone with a sweet tooth, looking for a decadent and indulgent treat.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, cream together sugar and shortening until smooth.
2.Beat in one egg.
3.In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, nutmeg, and salt.
4.Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
5.Spread the mixture onto a greased 9 inch pie dish and set aside.
6.In a medium saucepan, whisk together 2 beaten eggs, 3 tablespoons flour, 1/2 cup sugar, salt and vanilla extract.
7.Gradually mix in 1 cup of milk and whisk until there aren't any lumps.
8.Heat the mixture over medium heat, whisking constantly until it thickens, this should take about 5 minutes.
9.Pour the mixture into the crust and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 45 minutes.
10.Remove from the oven and cool completely before slicing and serving.

PROS

The Tarte a Bouillie is a buttery and flaky custard pie that is easy to assemble and perfect for any occasion.

It’s a classic French dessert that’s sure to impress your friends and family.

CONS

The Tarte a Bouillie can be quite rich and heavy, making it difficult to resist having another slice.

It’s also a high calorie dessert, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although the Tarte a Bouillie is not the healthiest of desserts, it does contain a good amount of protein and calcium due to milk and eggs in the recipe.
The nutmeg in the recipe has also been known to have anti-inflammatory properties.

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