SOUTH AFRICAN MELKTERT OR MILK TART (CUSTARD PIE)
This traditional South African Melktert or Milk Tart is a variation of an egg custard pie which originated with the Dutch settlers who came South Africa in the 17th Century. Melktert was then adapted and made a purely South African creation by the Cape Malays. Apparently wives reputations hang on their Melkterts and recipes are family heirlooms. So, for something exotic and a bit different, give this a try.
Provided by NcMysteryShopper
Categories Dessert
Time 45m
Yield 2 Pies
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400o F.
- Line bottom and sides of two pie plates (not deep dish) with puff pastry making raised edges.
- In a pot, bring milk to a slow boil and add butter, salt and cinnamon. Reduce to simmer.
- In a mixing bowl, combine custard powder, corn flour and cake flour. Stir in cold milk and mix to form a paste. Stir in a little of the hot milk mixture.
- Stir custard mixture into the pot of hot milk. Add 4 tbsp of the sugar and bring to a boil, stirring continuously.
- Remove from heat once the mixture has thickened. Discard cinnamon.
- Beat egg whites until stiff. Gradually beat in the remaining sugar. Set Aside.
- Beat egg yolks lightly and add a little of the custard mixture to the egg yolks.
- Then stir the yolk/custard mixture into the main custard mixture and add almond extract.
- Gently FOLD in the egg whites.
- Pour the mixture into the awaiting pie pans and bake for approximately 10 minutes.
- Lower the temperature to 350 F and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes or until the filling has set.
- Cool slightly and sprinkle the top of the custard pie with cinnamon and sugar.
- Serve cold.
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Chmoon ali
[email protected]This melktert was delicious! I would highly recommend it.
Daud Iqbal
[email protected]Overall, this was a good melktert recipe. I would definitely make it again, but I would make a few changes to the recipe.
Farjana akter bonna
[email protected]The crust on this melktert was a bit too thick for my taste, but the flavor was still good. I would recommend using less dough next time.
Joshua Sunday
[email protected]The custard filling in this melktert was a bit runny, but the flavor was still good. I would recommend cooking the custard for a little longer next time.
Md Feroz Kobir
[email protected]This melktert was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good. I would recommend using less sugar next time.
Precious Umelo
[email protected]I'm not a baker, but this melktert recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Amrit Ale
[email protected]This is the best melktert recipe I've ever tried. The custard filling is so creamy and flavorful, and the crust is perfectly flaky.
Mandira Joshi
[email protected]I made this melktert for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.
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[email protected]This was my first time making melktert, and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow and the results were delicious.
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[email protected]I've made this melktert recipe several times now, and it always turns out perfect. It's a great dessert for any occasion.
Ayah Awamleh
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of custard, but I'm so glad I did! The custard filling was surprisingly light and fluffy, and the crust was perfectly flaky. I will definitely be making this again.
Moses Randu
[email protected]This melktert was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the creamy custard filling and the flaky crust. It was the perfect dessert for a special occasion.
M Rahim
[email protected]I've never had melktert before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It was absolutely delicious! The filling was rich and creamy, and the crust was buttery and flaky. I will definitely be making this again.
Bulmaro Ontiveros
[email protected]This melktert recipe is a keeper! The custard filling was creamy and flavorful, and the crust was perfectly flaky. I'll definitely be making this again.