Watermelon Tart Morocco Recipe

A delightful fusion of French pastry techniques and Moroccan sweetness! This elegant Watermelon Tart showcases the exciting intersection of culinary traditions. Imagine juicy watermelon cubes nestled in a creamy custard, all baked in a buttery tart shell and drizzled with honey. This recipe is surprisingly easy to make and perfect for summer entertaining or a special treat.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 445.6 kcal
Protein 18g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Watermelon Tart Morocco

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How to Make Watermelon Tart Morocco

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out 1 sheet (14.1 oz) of store-bought puff pastry and gently press it into a 9-inch tart pan with a removable bottom.
  2. Prick the bottom of the pastry with a fork and line it with parchment paper and pie weights. Blind bake for 15 minutes, then remove the weights and parchment and bake for another 5 minutes, until lightly golden.
  3. While the pastry bakes, cube 4 cups of seedless watermelon into ½-inch pieces.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together 4 large egg yolks and ½ cup granulated sugar until pale and thick.
  5. Gradually whisk in ¼ cup all-purpose flour until smooth.
  6. In a separate saucepan, heat 2 cups whole milk over medium heat until small bubbles begin to form around the edges.
  7. Gradually whisk the hot milk into the egg yolk mixture. Return the mixture to the saucepan.
  8. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, until the custard thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon (about 8-10 minutes).
  9. In a clean bowl, beat 2 large egg whites until stiff peaks form.
  10. Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the custard until just combined.
  11. Pour the custard into the pre-baked tart shell. Arrange the watermelon cubes evenly over the custard.
  12. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of honey over the top.
  13. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the custard is set and the edges are lightly golden.
  14. Let cool completely on a wire rack before dusting with powdered sugar and serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

124g

Fat

29g

Carbs

19g

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