Hertzoggie Tart Recipe

Ingredients

• Pastry: Pastry:
• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
• 1 large egg 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) ice water 1 tablespoon (15ml) ice water
• Filling: Filling:
• 1 cup (250g) apricot jam 1 cup (250g) apricot jam
• Coconut Meringue Topping: Coconut Meringue Topping:
• 3 large egg whites 3 large egg whites
• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 1 cup (90g) desiccated coconut 1 cup (90g) desiccated coconut

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 12g, 7g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 50g, 30g
• Protein: 4g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 0.1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a tart pan.
2. 2.
   In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, butter, and sugar. Use your fingertips to rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
3. 3.
   Add the egg and ice water to the mixture and knead until a smooth dough forms. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
4. 4.
   Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface and line the greased tart pan with it. Trim any excess dough.
5. 5.
   Spread the apricot jam evenly over the pastry shell.
6. 6.
   In a separate bowl, whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gradually add the sugar while continuing to whisk until the mixture is glossy.
7. 7.
   Gently fold in the desiccated coconut into the meringue mixture.
8. 8.
   Spread the coconut meringue over the apricot jam, ensuring it covers the entire surface.
9. 9.
   Bake the tart in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the meringue is golden brown.
10. 10.
    Allow the tart to cool completely before serving.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Apricot jam — Choose a high-quality apricot jam with a good balance of sweetness and tanginess for the best flavor in the tart.

Tips & Tricks

• For a variation, you can substitute the apricot jam with other fruit jams such as raspberry or strawberry.
• To achieve a perfectly golden brown meringue, keep a close eye on the tart during the last few minutes of baking.
• Serve the Hertzoggie Tart with a dusting of powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness.

Serving advice

Serve the Hertzoggie Tart at room temperature or slightly chilled. It pairs well with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, sprinkle some toasted coconut flakes on top of the tart before serving. This adds an extra layer of texture and visual appeal.