Vegan Milk Tart

Delight in the creamy, plant-based perfection of this Vegan Milk Tart, a dairy-free twist on the classic South African favorite. Featuring a buttery, golden crust made with vegan butter and a lusciously smooth custard filling crafted from almond milk, cornstarch, and a hint of turmeric for a rich hue, this tart is both indulgent and wholesome. Fragrant vanilla and a dusting of cinnamon elevate the dessert to new heights, making it a comforting treat for any occasion. With simple ingredients and an easy-to-follow method, this dairy-free milk tart is both beginner-friendly and irresistible. Perfect for sharing, it serves up to 8 and is ideal for tea time, a special gathering, or as an elegant plant-based dessert centerpiece.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 100 grams Vegan butter
• 140 grams All-purpose flour
• 50 grams Powdered sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 500 milliliters Almond milk
• 40 grams Cornstarch
• 100 grams Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoons Cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons Turmeric

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Add the vegan butter and rub the mixture with your fingers until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Press the dough into the base and sides of a 23 cm (9-inch) tart pan evenly. Prick the base with a fork to prevent bubbling, then bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes until lightly golden. Remove from oven and set aside to cool.

Step 4

In a saucepan, pour 400 milliliters of the almond milk and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the remaining 100 milliliters of the almond milk with cornstarch until smooth. Add this mixture to the simmering almond milk.

Step 6

Add granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and turmeric while continuously whisking to prevent lumps from forming. Cook for about 10 minutes until the mixture thickens, stirring constantly.

Step 7

Once the filling is thickened, pour it into the pre-baked tart shell, spreading evenly.

Step 8

Sprinkle ground cinnamon over the top of the filling for that characteristic milk tart finish.

Step 9

Allow the tart to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(956.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2208.5

Total Fat 86.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 50.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2119.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 334.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.2g	0%
Total Sugars 185.8g
Protein 17.7g	0%

Vitamin D 165.0IU	0%
Calcium 878.6mg	0%
Iron 8.8mg	0%
Potassium 361.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.5%

Protein: 3.2%

Carbs: 61.3%