Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of a Sweet Rhubarb Custard Tart, a dessert that beautifully balances the tangy zest of fresh rhubarb with a silky, creamy custard. This elegant tart is not only a feast for the eyes with its vibrant colors and stunning presentation, but it also serves as a perfect centerpiece for any occasion—from casual family gatherings to festive celebrations. With easy-to-follow instructions and simple ingredients, even novice bakers can create this show-stopping dessert. Each slice promises a burst of flavor that will leave your guests asking for seconds. Discover the joy of incorporating seasonal produce into your baking with this must-try recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 100g unsalted butter
- 40g powdered sugar
- 1 egg
- 200g all-purpose flour
- 375ml full-fat milk
- 3 egg yolks
- 500g fresh rhubarb
- Granulated sugar (variable amounts)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- For the crust, cream butter and powdered sugar until fluffy. Add egg, almond flour, salt, and all-purpose flour, then mix until dough forms.
- Roll out dough and press into tart pan; bake for about 15 minutes until golden.
- For the custard filling, heat milk, vanilla extract, egg yolks, granulated sugar, and cornstarch in a saucepan over medium heat, whisking until thickened.
- Prepare rhubarb compote by simmering rhubarb with water, sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon stick, and star anise for about 10 minutes.
- Assemble tart by layering half of the custard filling in the baked crust followed by rhubarb compote and remaining custard filling.
- Bake assembled tart for an additional 15 minutes; let cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg