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Medium 45 min~360 kcal 2/10
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Milk Tart
A South African custard tart with a thin pastry shell, creamy milk filling, and cinnamon topping.
Medium⏱️ 2 hr 5 min📖 1 min readServes 8~315 kcal🇿🇦 South African🌍 Full translation
30 min prep 35 min cook 60 min rest
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Timeline
Total 2 h 5 min- Prep30 min
- Resting/Marinating1 h
- Cooking35 min
Ingredients
8 servings
Quick:
For the base
- 1.6 cup(~320 ml) Flour
- 90 g Butter
General
- 0.7 cup(~140 ml) Granulated sugar
- 3 Eggs
- 0.3 tsp(~1.5 ml) Salt
For the filling
- 3 cup(~600 ml) Milk
- 3 tbsp(~45 ml) Starch
- 1 pack Vanilla
For the topping
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Cinnamon
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Instructions
- 1
Knead the flour, butter, salt, 2 spoonfuls of the sugar, and 1 egg into tart dough.
- 2
Press the dough into the mold and chill for 20 minutes.
20 min20:00 - 3
Bake the base in a 180°C oven for 14 minutes, until lightly colored.
14 min14:00 - 4
Whisk the milk, remaining sugar, starch, and 2 eggs in a pot.
- 5
Cook the custard over medium heat for 8 minutes, until thickened.
8 min08:00 - 6
Add the vanilla and stir the filling for 3 minutes to cool slightly.
3 min03:00 - 7
Pour the filling into the tart shell and rest in the refrigerator for 45 minutes.
45 min45:00 - 8
Sprinkle with cinnamon and slice.
💡 Tip: Cool the custard by stirring for 3 minutes before pouring it onto the tart base; very hot filling softens the crust.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Slice milk tart cold, dust with cinnamon, and serve with optional unsweetened filter coffee.
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)
~315
kcal calories
8
g protein
42
g carbs
13
g fat
Protein 10%Carbs 53%Fat 37%
18.4g
Sugar
1g
Fiber
205.2mg
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 Milk Tart make?
This recipe serves 8.How long does Milk Tart take?
Prep 30 minutes, cooking 35 minutes, including 60 minutes of passive resting; 125 minutes in total.Is Milk Tart difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Milk Tart have?
Approximately 315 kcal per serving. Protein: 8g, carbs: 42g, fat: 13g.Which allergens does Milk Tart contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Milk, Egg. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Milk Tart belong to?
This recipe belongs to South African cuisine.How many ingredients does Milk Tart need?
This recipe needs 9 ingredients.Is Milk Tart 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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