Milk Tart Melk Tert

Indulge in the creamy, nostalgic delight of Milk Tart (Melk Tert), a traditional South African dessert that’s as comforting as it is irresistible. Featuring a buttery, homemade crust and a velvety custard filling infused with a hint of vanilla, this dessert is the perfect balance of sweetness and spice. A light dusting of ground cinnamon adds a warm, aromatic finish to this chilled treat, making it a crowd-pleasing favorite for any occasion. With just 30 minutes of prep time and simple pantry staples like milk, sugar, and cornstarch, this recipe is both easy and deeply satisfying. Serve this classic Milk Tart as the ideal ending to family dinners, holiday gatherings, or whenever you crave a touch of rustic indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.25 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter
• 0.25 cups Sugar
• 1 large Egg yolk
• 4 cups Whole milk
• 0.75 cups Sugar
• 0.333 cups Cornstarch
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoons Ground cinnamon

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

To make the crust, mix the flour and sugar together in a bowl.

Step 3

Cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Add the egg yolk and knead until the dough comes together. Press the dough evenly into a 9-inch pie dish, covering the bottom and sides.

Step 5

Prick the crust with a fork and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown. Set aside to cool.

Step 6

For the filling, heat 3.5 cups of milk in a saucepan over medium heat until it begins to steam. Do not let it boil.

Step 7

In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, eggs, vanilla extract, salt, and remaining 0.5 cups of milk.

Step 8

Slowly pour the egg mixture into the hot milk while whisking continuously to prevent lumps.

Step 9

Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens to a pudding-like consistency. This should take about 5-8 minutes.

Step 10

Pour the custard filling into the cooled crust and smooth the top.

Step 11

Sprinkle ground cinnamon evenly over the surface of the tart.

Step 12

Let the tart cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours or until fully set.

Step 13

Serve chilled and enjoy this creamy, cinnamon-spiced dessert!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1528.6 grams (1528.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2650

Total Fat 95.40g	122%
Saturated Fat 51.10g	256%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.10g
Cholesterol 798mg	266%
Sodium 1126mg	49%
Total Carbohydrate 382.30g	139%
Dietary Fiber 5.70g	20%
Total Sugars 248.40g
Protein 63.20g	126%

Vitamin D 530IU	2648%
Calcium 1340mg	103%
Iron 10mg	53%
Potassium 1818mg	39%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.5%

Protein: 9.6%

Carbs: 57.9%