Gooseberry Tart Recipe

Celebrate the arrival of summer with this delightful Gooseberry Tart! Traditionally served on Whit Sunday in Warwickshire, this recipe uses the first ripe gooseberries of the season, infused with the delicate, muscat-like flavor of elderflower. A perfectly sweet and tart dessert that's sure to impress. This easy-to-follow recipe brings a taste of English tradition to your kitchen.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 533.4 kcal
Protein 16g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Gooseberry Tart

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How to Make Gooseberry Tart

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Roll out the pastry and line a 23cm tart tin. Prick the base with a fork.
  3. Gently toss the gooseberries with the caster sugar, elderflower heads (if using), and elderflower cordial (if using).
  4. Sprinkle the cornflour over the gooseberries.
  5. Spoon the gooseberry mixture into the prepared pastry case.
  6. Brush the edges of the pastry with the beaten egg.
  7. Sprinkle with Demerara sugar (optional).
  8. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the gooseberries are tender.
  9. Let the tart cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

82g

Fat

60g

Carbs

19g

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