Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our exquisite Custard Tart with Nutmeg Pastry recipe, a harmonious blend of creamy custard filling enveloped in a fragrant nutmeg-infused crust. This classic dessert, often associated with French cuisine, boasts a rich history dating back to the Middle Ages. Our recipe offers a step-by-step guide to creating this delectable treat, ensuring a perfect balance of flavors and textures.
Additionally, we present a collection of complementary recipes that elevate the custard tart experience. Discover the secrets of crafting a velvety smooth Crème Anglaise, the perfect accompaniment to your tart. For a refreshing twist, try our tangy Lemon Curd recipe, adding a burst of citrusy brightness to the creamy custard. Treat your taste buds to the decadent Chocolate Ganache, a rich and luscious topping that transforms the tart into an indulgent masterpiece.
CUSTARD & NUTMEG TART
Sweeten the filling for this low sugar dessert naturally with sultanas soaked in milk - use ready-to-roll pastry to save time
Provided by Sara Buenfeld
Categories Dessert, Treat
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Beat the milk and eggs together, strain into a jug and stir in the sultanas, vanilla, a generous grating of nutmeg and the orange zest. Chill to allow the flavours to mingle while you prepare the tart case.
- Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6 with a baking tray inside. Roll the pastry out a little thinner on a lightly floured surface until large enough to line a loose-bottomed 23cm tart tin, leaving the excess pastry overhanging at the top. Chill for 20 mins. Line the pastry case with baking parchment, fill with baking beans and cook on the heated tray for 10-15 mins. Remove the beans and parchment, and bake for 5 mins more to cook the base of the tart. Turn the heat down to 180C/160C fan/ gas 4. Trim round the edge of the pastry case with a sharp knife to remove the excess.
- Carefully pour the custard mixture into the tart case, evenly distributing the sultanas, then grate over some more nutmeg. Bake for 20-30 mins until the custard is set but it still has a wobble in the centre. Cool to room temperature or chill before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 calories, Fat 13 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 18 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 4 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 6 grams protein, Sodium 0.5 milligram of sodium
CUSTARD TART WITH NUTMEG PASTRY
There's something so honest about a custard tart, simply topped with a grating of nutmeg
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Afternoon tea, Dessert, Treat
Time 1h50m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Roll the pastry out to about 1cm thick, then grate over a dusting of nutmeg using a fine grater. Fold the dough in half, then roll out again, to the thickness of 2 x £1 coins and large enough to line a 20cm loose-bottomed sandwich tin with some overhang. Press the pastry into the tin (leaving the excess draped over the sides), put onto a baking sheet and chill for 10 mins. Line the pastry with baking parchment and fill with baking beans. Bake for 20 mins, then remove beans and paper. Bake for another 15 mins until golden and sandy all over. Trim the edges of the tart with a sharp serrated knife.
- Turn oven down to 150C/130C fan/ gas 2. Whisk together the eggs and sugar in a large bowl. Put the cream, milk, vanilla pod and seeds into a saucepan and bring to the boil. Pour onto the eggs, whisking as you go. Sieve into a jug. Put the baking sheet onto the pulled-out oven rack, then pour in the custard, right to the top. You may not need every last drop. Grate over a nice layer of nutmeg, then slide gently back into the oven and bake for 1 hr. When it's ready, the tart should be set and pale golden on the top, and have just the merest tremor in the centre when you jiggle the tray. Cool completely, then serve in slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 405 calories, Fat 28 grams fat, SaturatedFat 13 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 33 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 14 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 6 grams protein, Sodium 0.54 milligram of sodium
OLD-FASHIONED BAKED EGG CUSTARD TART WITH NUTMEG
A taste of my childhood, my grandmother made the most amazing Egg Custard, as we used to call it! In the absence of lard, or if you are vegetarian, use a white vegetable cooking fat, but NOT margarine, as the white fat gives the pastry its crispness. Serve this tart at room temperature with cream or just "naked"! You can buy these delectable little tarts in most British bakeries, but they always taste better when they have been made at home. This old-fashioned custard tart needs a thick, wobbly filling, so I've used a round tin with sloping sides and a rim, which gives a good depth. The nutmeg is very important to the flavour, so always use it freshly grated and grate it on to a piece of foil, which helps when you have to sprinkle it on quickly when it goes into the oven.
Provided by French Tart
Categories Tarts
Time 1h30m
Yield 1 Large Custard Tart, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- To make the pastry, first of all sift the flour with the pinch of salt into a large bowl, holding the sieve up high to give it a good airing. Then add the lard and butter and, using only your fingertips, lightly and gently rub the fat into the flour, again lifting the mixture up high all the time to give it a good airing.
- When everything is crumbly, sprinkle in about 1 tablespoon of cold water. Start to mix the pastry with a knife and then finish off with your hands, adding a few more drops of water, till you have a smooth dough that leaves the bowl clean. Then pop the pastry into a polythene bag and let it rest in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, pre-heat the oven to gas mark 5, 375°F (190°C) and pop the baking sheet in to pre-heat on the centre shelf.
- After that, roll the pastry out into a circle on a surface lightly dusted with flour, giving it quarter turns to keep its round shape; it's a good idea at this stage to put the tin lightly on top of the pastry - the size needs to be 1 inch (2.5 cm) bigger all round. Now transfer it, rolling it over the pin, to the tin, and press it lightly and firmly around the base, sides and rim. Now take a sharp knife and trim the overlapping pastry. Then press the rim of the pastry so that about ¼ inch (5 mm) overlaps the edge.
- Next, roll the trimmings and cut out about 24 leaves, making veins in them with the blunt side of the knife. Now brush the whole surface of the pastry case with some of the beaten eggs, arranging the leaves all around the rim, overlapping them. Brush these, too, with beaten egg. Now prick the base of the tart with a fork, then place it on the baking sheet and bake on the centre shelf for 20 minutes, until the pastry is crisp and golden. Check after 4 minutes to make sure that the pastry isn't rising up in the centre. If it is, prick it again a couple of times, pressing it back down with your hands. After 20 minutes, remove it from the oven, leaving the baking sheet there, and reduce the temperature to gas mark 3, 325°F(170°C).
- Now place the cream in a saucepan and bring it up to a gentle simmer, then whisk the beaten eggs and sugar together in a large heatproof jug using a balloon whisk - but not too vigorously because you don't want to make bubbles. Then pour the hot liquid over the beaten eggs, add the vanilla extract and half the nutmeg and whisk briefly again.
- Now place the pie tin back on the baking tray with the oven shelf half out and have ready the rest of the grated nutmeg on a piece of foil. Carefully pour the filling into the pastry case (it will be very full) and scatter the rest of the nutmeg all over, then dot with the softened butter and bake in the oven for 30-40 minutes, until the filling is golden brown, firm in the centre and slightly puffed up. Serve it warm or slightly cooled at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 449.4, Fat 31.7, SaturatedFat 17.4, Cholesterol 250.3, Sodium 141.6, Carbohydrate 32.6, Fiber 1, Sugar 10.3, Protein 8.9
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: The better the quality of your ingredients, the better your custard tart will be. Use fresh eggs, milk, and cream, and choose a good-quality nutmeg.
- Make sure your pastry is cold before you roll it out: This will help to prevent it from shrinking in the oven.
- Don't overmix the custard: Overmixing can make the custard tough. Stir the eggs and sugar together until they are well combined, then add the milk and cream and stir until just combined.
- Bake the custard tart in a water bath: This will help to prevent the custard from curdling.
- Let the custard tart cool completely before serving: This will allow the custard to set properly.
Conclusion:
Custard tarts are a delicious and versatile dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a special occasion or a simple weeknight treat. With a little planning and effort, you can make a custard tart that is sure to impress your friends and family.
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