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'''Melktert''' ({{IPAc-en|ˈ|m|ɛ|l|k|t|ɛ|r|t}}, [[Afrikaans]] for '''milk tart''') is a |
'''Melktert''' ({{IPAc-en|ˈ|m|ɛ|l|k|t|ɛ|r|t}}, [[Afrikaans]] for '''milk tart''') is a South African dessert originally created by the Dutch settlers in the "Cape" (South Africa)<ref>[https://www.food24.com/a-short-history-of-milk-tart/ A short history of milk tart]. ''Food24.com''.</ref> consisting of a [[shortcrust pastry|sweet pastry crust]] containing a [[custard tart|custard filling]] made from [[milk]], [[flour]], [[sugar]] and [[egg (food)|eggs]]. The ratio of milk to eggs is higher than in a traditional [[Pastel de nata|Portuguese custard tart]] or Chinese [[egg tart]], resulting in a lighter texture and a stronger milk flavour.<ref>{{cite web | url =https://www.pressreader.com/south-africa/weekend-argus-saturday-edition/20180224/281870118924700 | title =It's the simplicity of taste that makes milk tart great | publisher =Weekend Argus (Saturday Edition) | access-date =30 September 2019 | quote = }}</ref> |
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The dessert originated among [[Dutch Empire|settlers]] at the [[Dutch Cape Colony]] in the 17th century, and is believed to have developed from the Dutch ''mattentaart'', a [[cheesecake]]-like dessert<ref name="roads and kingdoms">{{cite web | url =https://roadsandkingdoms.com/travel-guide/johannesburg/johannesburg-in-10-dishes/ | title =A HISTORY OF JOHANNESBURG IN 10 DISHES| last =Mungwani| first =Uwive| date =13 September 2018 | website =Roads & Kingdoms | publisher = | access-date = 30 September 2019 | quote = }}</ref> which was included in the cookbook ''Een Notabel Boexcken Van Cokeryen'' (''A Notable Book of Cookery'') published by [[Thomas van der Noot]] around 1514.<ref name="sweet and short" /> Some recipes require that the custard be baked in the crust, while others call for the custard to be prepared in advance, and then placed in the crust before serving.<ref name="sweet and short">{{cite web | url =https://www.iol.co.za/lifestyle/food-drink/the-sweet-and-short-history-of-good-ol-milk-tart-19542653 | title =The sweet and short history of good ol' milk tart | last =Mosia | first =Lebohang | date =27 February 2019 | website = | publisher = IOL News | access-date = 30 September 2019 | quote = }}</ref> [[Cinnamon]] is often sprinkled over its surface, and the milk used for the custard may also be infused with a cinnamon stick before preparation. A staple at church [[fete]]s and home industries, and commonplace in South African supermarkets,<ref name="sweet and short" /> melktert may be served chilled or at room temperature, or slightly warmed.<ref name="sweet and short" /> |
The dessert originated among [[Dutch Empire|settlers]] at the [[Dutch Cape Colony]] in the 17th century, and is believed to have developed from the Dutch ''mattentaart'', a [[cheesecake]]-like dessert<ref name="roads and kingdoms">{{cite web | url =https://roadsandkingdoms.com/travel-guide/johannesburg/johannesburg-in-10-dishes/ | title =A HISTORY OF JOHANNESBURG IN 10 DISHES| last =Mungwani| first =Uwive| date =13 September 2018 | website =Roads & Kingdoms | publisher = | access-date = 30 September 2019 | quote = }}</ref> which was included in the cookbook ''Een Notabel Boexcken Van Cokeryen'' (''A Notable Book of Cookery'') published by [[Thomas van der Noot]] around 1514.<ref name="sweet and short" /> Some recipes require that the custard be baked in the crust, while others call for the custard to be prepared in advance, and then placed in the crust before serving.<ref name="sweet and short">{{cite web | url =https://www.iol.co.za/lifestyle/food-drink/the-sweet-and-short-history-of-good-ol-milk-tart-19542653 | title =The sweet and short history of good ol' milk tart | last =Mosia | first =Lebohang | date =27 February 2019 | website = | publisher = IOL News | access-date = 30 September 2019 | quote = }}</ref> [[Cinnamon]] is often sprinkled over its surface, and the milk used for the custard may also be infused with a cinnamon stick before preparation. A staple at church [[fete]]s and home industries, and commonplace in South African supermarkets,<ref name="sweet and short" /> melktert may be served chilled or at room temperature, or slightly warmed.<ref name="sweet and short" /> |
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 A freshly baked melktert | |
| Typ | Tart |
|---|---|
| Course | Dessert |
| Place of origin | Dutch Cape Colony (now South Africa) |
| Main ingredients | Pastry crust, milk, flour, sugar, eggs |
Melktert (/ˈmɛlktɛrt/, Afrikaans for milk tart) is a South African dessert originally created by the Dutch settlers in the "Cape" (South Africa)[1] consisting of a sweet pastry crust containing a custard filling made from milk, flour, sugar and eggs. The ratio of milk to eggs is higher than in a traditional Portuguese custard tart or Chinese egg tart, resulting in a lighter texture and a stronger milk flavour.[2]
The dessert originated among settlers at the Dutch Cape Colony in the 17th century, and is believed to have developed from the Dutch mattentaart, a cheesecake-like dessert[3] which was included in the cookbook Een Notabel Boexcken Van Cokeryen (A Notable Book of Cookery) published by Thomas van der Noot around 1514.[4] Some recipes require that the custard be baked in the crust, while others call for the custard to be prepared in advance, and then placed in the crust before serving.[4] Cinnamon is often sprinkled over its surface, and the milk used for the custard may also be infused with a cinnamon stick before preparation. A staple at church fetes and home industries, and commonplace in South African supermarkets,[4] melktert may be served chilled or at room temperature, or slightly warmed.[4]
See also
- Cook and Enjoy It – authentic South African recipes
- List of African dishes
References
- ^ A short history of milk tart. Food24.com.
- ^ "It's the simplicity of taste that makes milk tart great". Weekend Argus (Saturday Edition). Retrieved 30 September 2019.
- ^ Mungwani, Uwive (13 September 2018). "A HISTORY OF JOHANNESBURG IN 10 DISHES". Roads & Kingdoms. Retrieved 30 September 2019.
- ^ a b c d Mosia, Lebohang (27 February 2019). "The sweet and short history of good ol' milk tart". IOL News. Retrieved 30 September 2019.
External links
- "Die wen-melktert - hier's die resep!". Sarie. 28 May 2009.
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