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Medium 3 hr 35 min~230 kcal 2/10
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Melktert
A South African milk tart with a crisp pastry shell, silky milk custard, eggs, flour, sugar, and cinnamon.
Medium⏱️ 1 hr 47 min📖 1 min readServes 8~340 kcal🇿🇦 South African🌍 Full translation
35 min prep 42 min cook 30 min rest
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Timeline
Total 1 h 47 min- Prep35 min
- Resting/Marinating30 min
- Cooking42 min
Ingredients
8 servings
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For the dough
- 1.5 cup(~300 ml) Flour
- 90 g Butter
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Granulated sugar
- 1 Egg yolk
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Cold water
For the cream
- 3 cup(~600 ml) Milk
- 2 Eggs
- 0.6 cup(~120 ml) Granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Flour
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Cornstarch
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Vanilla
For serving
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Cinnamon
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Instructions
- 1
Knead the flour, butter, granulated sugar, egg yolk, and cold water into a tart dough.
- 2
Rest the dough in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
20 min20:00 - 3
Press the dough into a tart pan and blind bake it in a 180°C oven for 16 minutes.
16 min16:00 - 4
Heat the milk, then whisk the eggs, granulated sugar, flour, and cornstarch in a separate bowl.
- 5
Add the hot milk to the egg mixture little by little, transfer it to the pot, and thicken for 8 minutes.
8 min08:00 - 6
Add the vanilla, let the custard cool for 5 minutes, and pour it into the tart shell.
5 min05:00 - 7
Chill the melktert for 25 minutes and serve with cinnamon.
25 min25:00
💡 Tip: Let the custard cool for 5 minutes before pouring it into the tart shell; a very hot filling softens the pastry base.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Chill the melktert and serve it dusted with cinnamon, with optional plain tea alongside.
Good sources
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Calcium
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~340
kcal calories
8
g protein
44
g carbs
14
g fat
Protein 10%Carbs 53%Fat 37%
19.5g
Sugar
1g
Fiber
124.5mg
Sodium
7.8g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Estimated satiety (per serving)
2/10Light satiety, you'll get hungry again soon
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
- Milk
- Egg
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Melktert make?
This recipe serves 8.How long does Melktert take?
Prep 35 minutes, cooking 42 minutes, including 30 minutes of passive resting; 107 minutes in total.Is Melktert difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Melktert have?
Approximately 340 kcal per serving. Protein: 8g, carbs: 44g, fat: 14g.Which allergens does Melktert contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Milk, Egg. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Melktert belong to?
This recipe belongs to South African cuisine.How many ingredients does Melktert need?
This recipe needs 12 ingredients.Is Melktert filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 2/10; keeps you full only briefly, you may get hungry quickly. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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