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A traditional South African milk tart (melktert) with a smooth, pale custard-like filling in a golden shortcrust pastry base, dusted with cinnamon on top.
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Classic South African Milk Tart (Melktert) - Easy Traditional Custard Dessert Recipe

50min · Vegetarian · 8 servings
Indulge in this silky-smooth Classic South African Milk Tart (Melktert) with a buttery crust and creamy vanilla custard filling. A beloved traditional dessert perfect for tea time or special occasions. Easy to make with simple ingredients and generations of flavor.
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Ingredients

Refrigerated
• 1 Egg yolk, large
• 2 Eggs, large
Baking & Spices
• 1/2 tsp Cinnamon, ground
• 2 tbsp Cornstarch
• 1 3/8 cups Flour
• 1 Pinch Salt
• 1 cup Sugar
• 1 1/2 tsp Vanilla
Dairy
• 5/8 cup Butter, unsalted
• 5 1/8 cups Whole milk
Liquids
• 1 tbsp Water

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