Classic Treacle Tart

A traditional British dessert featuring a shortcrust pastry base filled with a sweet, lemony golden syrup and breadcrumb mixture.

Baking Vegetarian Dessert Sweet British

Estimated Nutrition

Calories

809.2

kcal / serving

4855.2 kcal total

Carbs

140.4g

per serving

842.1 g total

Fat

24.2g

per serving

145.2 g total

Protein

9.1g

per serving

54.8 g total

Cook Time

minutes

Serves

people

Dietary

Vegetarian Vegan Dairy Free Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients

tbsp

Caster Sugar

700

Golden Syrup

Dairy

150

Unsalted Butter

chilled and cubed

piece

Egg Yolk

free-range

piece

Egg

free-range, lightly beaten

Fruits

piece

Lemon

zest only

GrainsCereals

225

Plain White Flour

175

White Breadcrumbs

fresh

Liquids

tbsp

Water

cold, adjust as required

Method

Pulse flour and butter in a food processor until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.

Add egg yolk, sugar, and water, then pulse until a firm dough forms.

Knead the dough lightly on a floured surface, wrap in film, and chill for 30 minutes.

Preheat your oven to 180°C.

Roll out the pastry and line a 25cm flan tin, pricking the base with a fork.

Gently heat golden syrup in a pan until runny, then stir in breadcrumbs and lemon zest.

Mix the beaten eggs into the syrup mixture.

Pour filling into the case, decorate with pastry strips, and bake for 45 to 50 minutes until set.