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Milk Tart (Melktert)
This delightful Cinnamon Custard Tart features a sweet pastry crust filled with a creamy, cinnamon-dusted milk custard. It's a comforting dessert that combines the rich flavors of cinnamon and vanilla, perfect for any occasion. Tarts like this one have a storied history, often seen in European bakeries and homes, bringing warmth and joy to gatherings.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups
- Unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup, chilled and cubed
- Powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup
- Egg yolk
- 1
- Cold water
- 2 tablespoons
- Whole milk
- 2 cups
- Granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup
- Cornstarch
- 1/4 cup
- Eggs
- 3, beaten
- Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon
- Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon
- Ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour and powdered sugar. Cut in the chilled butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the egg yolk and cold water until the dough comes together. Press the dough into a 9-inch tart pan. Prick the bottom with a fork.
- Bake the tart shell for 15 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool.
- In a saucepan, heat the milk and granulated sugar over medium heat until just simmering.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the cornstarch, beaten eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Slowly pour the hot milk mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to temper the eggs.
- Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened.
- Pour the custard into the cooled tart shell and smooth the top.
- Let the tart cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Dietary Information
Servings: 8 Dish Type: Dessert Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Chill Time: 2 hours Calories: 320 Fat: 18g Carbs: 35g Protein: 5g Sodium: 150mg Sugar: 20g
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