Manchester Tart with a Twist

Recipe

Manchester Tart with a Twist

Heavenly Delight: A Modern Twist on Manchester Tart

4.6 out of 5

Indulge in the rich flavors of British cuisine with this modern twist on the classic Manchester Tart. This delectable dessert combines a buttery shortcrust pastry base, a layer of raspberry jam, a creamy custard filling infused with vanilla, and a generous topping of sweet coconut flakes.

Jan Dec
Dessert› Tart› Manchester Tart
European cuisine› Northern European cuisine› Cuisines of the [[Islands of the North Atlantic]] (IONA)› British cuisine

Preparation time

30 minutes

Cooking time

30 minutes

Total time

1 hour

Yields

8 servings

Preparation difficulty

Medium

Suitable for

Vegetarian, Nut-free, Soy-free, Halal, Kosher

Allergens

Wheat (gluten), Dairy (milk, butter, egg)

Not suitable for

Vegan, Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Egg-free, Paleo

Ingredients

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350 kcal / 1465 kJ
  • Fat: 18g (Saturated Fat: 10g)
  • Carbohydrates: 43g (Sugars: 22g)
  • Protein: 6g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Salt: 0.2g

Preparation

  1. 1.
    Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. 2.
    In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cold cubed butter, and sugar. Rub the mixture together with your fingertips until it resembles breadcrumbs.
  3. 3.
    Add the beaten egg to the mixture and knead until it forms a smooth dough. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  4. 4.
    Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to fit a 9-inch tart pan. Press the dough into the pan and trim any excess.
  5. 5.
    Spread the raspberry jam evenly over the pastry base.
  6. 6.
    In a saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it reaches a gentle simmer.
  7. 7.
    In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  8. 8.
    Slowly pour the hot milk into the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly.
  9. 9.
    Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring continuously, until the custard thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
  10. 10.
    Pour the custard over the raspberry jam layer in the tart shell.
  11. 11.
    Sprinkle the coconut flakes evenly over the custard.
  12. 12.
    Bake the tart in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the coconut flakes turn golden brown.
  13. 13.
    Remove from the oven and allow the tart to cool completely before serving.

Treat your ingredients with care...

  • Butter — Make sure the butter is cold and cubed to achieve a flaky pastry texture.
  • Raspberry jam — Choose a high-quality raspberry jam with a good balance of sweetness and tanginess.
  • Coconut flakes — Toast the coconut flakes lightly before sprinkling them on top of the tart for a more intense flavor.

Tips & Tricks

  • For a twist, you can add a layer of sliced fresh strawberries or blueberries on top of the raspberry jam before pouring the custard.
  • To achieve a perfectly crisp pastry base, blind bake the tart shell for 10 minutes before adding the raspberry jam and custard.
  • If you prefer a stronger coconut flavor, you can substitute the sweetened coconut flakes with unsweetened ones.

Serving advice

Serve the Manchester Tart with a Twist chilled or at room temperature. It pairs wonderfully with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Presentation advice

To make the tart visually appealing, sprinkle some extra coconut flakes on top after it has cooled. You can also garnish with fresh raspberries or mint leaves for a pop of color.

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