Brazilian recipe
Strawberry Tart (Torta de morango)
This classic strawberry tart is a beloved Brazilian dessert, featuring a crisp crust, a smooth, velvety cream filling, and fresh strawberries finished with a light jelly glaze.
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Ingredients
2 tbsp margarine
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 whole egg
2 level tbsp sugar
1 pinch of salt
1 level tbsp baking powder
All-purpose flour, as needed until the dough releases from hands
1 can sweetened condensed milk
1 can table cream
3 egg yolks
3 cups milk
1 tbsp cornstarch
2 small punnets of strawberries
1 package strawberry jelly powder
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 whole egg
2 level tbsp sugar
1 pinch of salt
1 level tbsp baking powder
All-purpose flour, as needed until the dough releases from hands
1 can sweetened condensed milk
1 can table cream
3 egg yolks
3 cups milk
1 tbsp cornstarch
2 small punnets of strawberries
1 package strawberry jelly powder
Where to find ingredients
You can find these staples at local supermarkets or grocery stores in Barbados. For the best result, select firm, fresh strawberries from the produce section. As a substitute for standard table cream, you may use heavy cream with a slightly higher fat content if preferred, though the classic texture relies on the consistency of standard shelf-stable cream.
Preparation method
- Prepare the jelly according to the package instructions and refrigerate until it reaches the consistency of raw egg white.
- Combine the sweetened condensed milk, table cream, egg yolks, milk, and cornstarch in a saucepan.
- Place over medium heat and stir constantly until it comes to a boil and thickens into a rich cream.
- Continue stirring without pause to prevent the cream from clumping or burning at the bottom of the pan.
- Set the cream aside and let it cool until it reaches room temperature or is lukewarm.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the dough ingredients, adding the flour gradually until the mixture is smooth and releases from your hands.
- Line the bottom and sides of a medium or large baking dish with the prepared dough.
- Prick the entire surface of the dough base using a fork.
- Bake in a preheated medium oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the crust is lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and allow the crust to cool completely before assembling the tart.
- Spread the cooled cream evenly over the baked crust.
- Arrange the sliced strawberries crosswise on top of the cream layer.
- Pour the thickened strawberry jelly over the strawberries to cover.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Observations
This dessert is highly regarded for its delightful interplay of textures and its crowd-pleasing appeal. Follow the steps carefully to ensure your cream achieves the perfect consistency and the jelly sets beautifully.
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