South African Vegan Milk Tart (Melktert) with Caramelized Almond Topping Recipe

Allergens

Almonds

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 cups (300 ml) almond milk
• 1/2 cup (100 g) coconut sugar
• 1/2 cup (100 g) raw cane sugar
• 1/2 cup (125 ml) coconut oil, melted
• 1 tablespoon (15 g) cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon (1.5 g) ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon (1.5 g) ground nutmeg
• Pinch of salt
• 1 1/2 cups (200 g) almond flour
• 1/2 cup (60 g) gluten
• free all
• purpose flour
• Caramelized Almond Topping:
• 1/4 cup (50 g) coconut sugar
• 2 tablespoons (30 ml) almond milk
• 1/2 cup (60 g) sliced almonds

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9 inch (23 cm) pie dish or tart pan and set aside.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine the almond milk, coconut sugar, raw cane sugar, melted coconut oil, cornstarch, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
3. Add the almond flour and gluten free all purpose flour to the saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring continuously, until the mixture thickens into a pudding like consistency. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
4. Pour the filling into the prepared pie dish or tart pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 35 minutes, or until the edges are slightly golden and the center is set.
5. While the milk tart bakes, prepare the caramelized almond topping: In a small pan over medium heat, combine the coconut sugar, almond milk, and sliced almonds. Cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture becomes thick and syrupy, about 7 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
6. Once the milk tart has baked, remove it from the oven and allow to cool for at least 1 hour. Drizzle the caramelized almond topping over the cooled tart, allowing it to set and harden slightly before slicing.

Chef’s Insight

Use a microplane zester to finely grate fresh nutmeg for an even more aromatic experience.

Notes

This recipe highlights the importance of a balanced flavor profile, incorporating sweetness, spices, and crunch for an elevated dessert experience.