Warm Treacle Tart with Softly Whipped Cream

A classic British dessert featuring a sweet golden syrup filling in a crisp pastry case, served with whipped cream.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 815.1 kcals 4890.5 kcals
Carbohydrates 115.3 grams 691.8 grams
Fat 35.1 grams 210.4 grams
Protein 9.7 grams 58.2 grams
Cook Time
75 mins
Produces
6 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
500
g
Sweet Pastry
ready-made
400
ml
Dairy
5
g
Butter
for greasing
2
pieces
Eggs
free-range, lightly beaten
150
ml
Double Cream
lightly whipped
Fruits
1
piece
Lemon
zest and juice
GrainsCereals
10
g
Plain Flour
for dusting
125
g
NutsSeeds
1
bunch
Mint
fresh sprigs for garnish

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 180°C.
  • Lightly grease a 25cm loose-bottomed tart tin with butter.
  • Roll out the pastry on a floured surface and line the tin.
  • Cover pastry with cling film and chill in the fridge for 15 minutes.
  • Remove film, line with greaseproof paper, and fill with baking beans.
  • Bake the pastry case for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Remove paper and beans, then bake for another 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Remove the case and lower the oven temperature to 140°C.
  • Mix golden syrup, breadcrumbs, eggs, lemon juice, and zest in a bowl.
  • Pour filling into the case and bake for 50 to 60 minutes until golden.
  • Serve tart slices with whipped cream and fresh mint.