Brazilian recipe
Classic Strawberry Tart (Torta de morango)
This strawberry tart is a staple of Brazilian dessert tables, featuring a crisp pastry base, velvety custard, and a refreshing strawberry gelatin glaze.
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Ingredients
2 tbsp margarine
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 large egg
2 leveled tbsp sugar
1 pinch salt
1 leveled tbsp baking powder
All-purpose flour, as needed, until dough pulls away from hands
1 can sweetened condensed milk
1 can table cream
3 egg yolks
3 cups milk
1 tbsp cornstarch
2 punnets strawberries
1 packet strawberry gelatin
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 large egg
2 leveled tbsp sugar
1 pinch salt
1 leveled tbsp baking powder
All-purpose flour, as needed, until dough pulls away from hands
1 can sweetened condensed milk
1 can table cream
3 egg yolks
3 cups milk
1 tbsp cornstarch
2 punnets strawberries
1 packet strawberry gelatin
Where to find ingredients
You can find all ingredients at local major supermarket chains like FairPrice or Cold Storage. Look for fresh strawberries in the produce aisle, and use standard high-quality condensed milk and shelf-stable table cream (Nestlé or local brands). As a substitute for margarine, unsalted butter works well for a richer crust flavor.
Preparation method
- Prepare the gelatin according to the package directions and chill until it reaches an egg-white consistency.
- Combine the condensed milk, table cream, egg yolks, milk, and cornstarch in a saucepan.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture boils and thickens into a rich custard.
- Continue whisking steadily to prevent any lumps from forming or the bottom from burning.
- Set the custard aside to cool to room temperature.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the dough ingredients, adding flour gradually until the dough is smooth and no longer sticks to your hands.
- Press the dough evenly into the bottom and sides of a medium or large tart pan or baking dish.
- Prick the base of the dough thoroughly with a fork.
- Bake in a preheated medium oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and allow the pastry shell to cool completely before assembly.
- Spread the prepared custard evenly over the cooled pastry base.
- Arrange the halved strawberries decoratively over the custard layer.
- Carefully spoon the slightly thickened gelatin over the strawberries to glaze.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving to ensure the tart is perfectly set.
Observations
Prized for its delightful balance of textures and consistent results, this dessert is a household favorite. Follow the instructions carefully to achieve the perfect silky consistency for the pastry cream and the right set for the gelatin topping.
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