Treacle Tart The Great British Bake Off from thegreatbritishbakeoff.co.uk
Introduction
Treacle tart is a traditional British dessert that has been around for centuries. It is a sweet, sticky tart made with golden syrup, breadcrumbs, and lemon juice. Treacle tart is usually served with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. This dessert is easy to make and can be enjoyed by everyone.
Ingredients
To make treacle tart, you will need the following ingredients:
500g shortcrust pastry
450g golden syrup
150g breadcrumbs
1 lemon
1 egg
1 tablespoon milk
Instructions
Follow these steps to make treacle tart:
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
Roll out the shortcrust pastry on a floured surface and use it to line a 23cm tart tin. Trim the edges and prick the base with a fork.
In a mixing bowl, combine the golden syrup, breadcrumbs, and the zest and juice of the lemon.
Pour the mixture into the tart tin and spread it out evenly.
Roll out the remaining pastry and cut it into thin strips. Arrange the strips in a lattice pattern on top of the tart.
Beat the egg and milk together in a small bowl and brush the mixture over the pastry lattice.
Bake the tart in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is set.
Remove the tart from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Here is the nutritional information for one serving of treacle tart:
Calories: 415
Protein: 4g
Carbohydrates: 80g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 34mg
Sodium: 196mg
Potassium: 187mg
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 61g
Vitamin A: 165IU
Vitamin C: 4mg
Calcium: 60mg
Iron: 2mg
Tips and Variations
Here are some tips and variations to help you make the perfect treacle tart:
If you don't have breadcrumbs, you can use ground almonds or oatmeal instead.
You can also add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the filling for extra flavor.
If you want to make a gluten-free treacle tart, use gluten-free breadcrumbs and pastry.
To make the tart extra gooey, add a tablespoon of cream or melted butter to the filling.
You can also serve treacle tart with a scoop of clotted cream or custard instead of whipped cream or ice cream.
Conclusion
Treacle tart is a delicious dessert that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're serving it at a dinner party or enjoying it as a treat after a long day, this tart is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. With its sticky golden syrup filling and buttery shortcrust pastry, treacle tart is a classic dessert that everyone should try at least once. So why not give this recipe a go and see for yourself how delicious it can be?
