Perfect Treacle Tart

A classic British dessert featuring a crisp sweet pastry shell filled with a rich, lemony golden syrup and breadcrumb mixture.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 897.8 kcals 7182.5 kcals
Carbohydrates 121 grams 968.2 grams
Fat 42.3 grams 338.4 grams
Protein 8 grams 64.2 grams
Cook Time
80 mins
Produces
8 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
Dairy
175
g
Butter
plus extra melted for greasing
2
piece
Egg Yolks
free-range
1
piece
Egg
free-range
1
serving
Clotted Cream
to serve
Fruits
2
piece
Lemon Zest
zest only
GrainsCereals
250
g
Plain Flour
sifted, plus extra for dusting
150
g
Bread
day-old brown or white, crusts removed
Liquids
15
ml
Water
cold
NutsSeeds
1
pinch

Steps

  • Rub flour and butter together in a bowl until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
  • Mix in icing sugar, egg yolks, and water until a dough forms.
  • Wrap dough in cling film and chill for two hours.
  • Grease a 23cm tart case with melted butter and dust with flour.
  • Line a tray with greaseproof paper and place the tart case on it.
  • Roll the pastry on a floured surface to 4-5mm thickness.
  • Line the case with pastry, trim the edges, and chill for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 200°C.
  • Prick the pastry base several times with a fork.
  • Blind bake with greaseproof paper and baking beans for 30-35 minutes.
  • Process the bread into fine crumbs and set aside.
  • Melt golden syrup and butter together then let cool slightly.
  • Whisk egg and cream together then stir in the syrup mixture.
  • Incorporate breadcrumbs, lemon zest, and salt into the mixture.
  • Pour filling into the case and bake at 200°C for 40-45 minutes.
  • Cool for 15 minutes before serving with cream.