Milk Tart Recipe

Indulge in this beloved South African teatime treat! Our Milk Tart recipe offers a simpler, shortcrust pastry base for easier handling and perfect slices. Make it ahead of time for stress-free entertaining or enjoy it as a delightful milk pudding in individual ramekins. This creamy, cinnamon-dusted custard tart is a taste of sunshine, perfect for any occasion.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 413 kcal
Protein 16g
Rating 3.3 (7 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Milk Tart

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How to Make Milk Tart

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Cream together 1 cup softened margarine and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in 1 large egg.
  2. Gradually add 3 cups flour and 1/2 teaspoon salt, mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead lightly on a lightly floured surface.
  3. Press the dough into a greased 9-inch circular pie dish. Prick the base with a fork.
  4. Bake for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden.
  5. While the crust bakes, prepare the filling: Bring 4 cups milk and 1/4 cup margarine to a gentle boil in a saucepan.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup sugar, 3 large eggs, 1/4 cup cornstarch, 1/4 cup flour, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth.
  7. Gradually whisk about 1 cup of the hot milk into the egg mixture to temper it. Then pour the tempered mixture into the saucepan with the remaining milk.
  8. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the custard thickens (about 5-7 minutes). Do not boil.
  9. Pour the hot custard filling into the pre-baked pie crust.
  10. Let cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
  11. Before serving, dust generously with ground cinnamon.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

120g

Fat

49g

Carbs

19g