Flat White Coffee Cream Tart
This tart features a rich coffee cream filling inspired by a flat white, wrapped in a buttery, crunchy crust.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 ½ cups digestive biscuits crushed
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 2 tbsp sugar
For the Coffee Cream Filling:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup milk
- 1 ½ tsp instant coffee
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 2 large egg yolks
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Make the Crust:
- Combine crushed biscuits, melted butter, and sugar. Press the mixture into a tart pan. Bake at 350°F for 10-12 minutes.
- Prepare Coffee Cream:
- In a saucepan, heat milk, cream, instant coffee, and sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
- Temper the Eggs:
- Whisk egg yolks, cornstarch, and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Slowly add the hot cream mixture, whisking constantly.
- Cook the Filling:
- Return the egg mixture to the saucepan. Cook over medium heat, whisking until thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Chill the Tart:
- Pour the coffee cream filling into the baked crust. Let it cool, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Serve:
- Once chilled, slice and serve. Maybe add a little whipped cream on top. Or don’t, your choice.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Total Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 10%
- Calcium: 6%
- Iron: 4%
- Vitamin C: 2%
- Magnesium: 3%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Coffee Lovers Only: If you want a stronger coffee flavor, double the instant coffee.
- Don’t Rush: Let the filling set properly in the fridge. Otherwise, it’ll be more “coffee mess” than tart.
- Substitute Options: If you don't have digestive biscuits, graham crackers will work just fine.
- Decorate if You Must: A little dusting of cocoa powder or chocolate shavings never hurt anyone.