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Old School Butterscotch Tart

A heartwarming classic dessert featuring a buttery, caramel filling that is easy to make and perfect for sharing with loved ones.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: British
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tart Base
  • 1 Tart Sweet Shortcrust Pastry Tart (Store-bought or homemade)
For the Filling
  • 180 grams Unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp Milk (full-fat is best, but any will work)
  • 180 grams Soft Light Brown Sugar
  • 4 tbsp Plain Flour
  • 6 tbsp Milk (full-fat is best, but any will work)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare your Sweet Shortcrust Pastry Tart case. Use a store-bought option or make it from scratch.
  2. In a saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter with 2 tablespoons of milk.
  3. Once the butter has melted, stir in the soft light brown sugar over low heat until the sugar dissolves into a mixture.
  4. In a small bowl, combine the plain flour with 6 tablespoons of milk, mixing it into a fine paste.
  5. Gradually pour the flour paste into the buttery mixture, whisking constantly for 2-3 minutes until thickened into a rich custard.
  6. Remove from heat and let cool slightly for about 5 minutes before pouring into the tart case.
  7. Chill the tart in the fridge for about 3-4 hours until set.
Serving
  1. Slice the tart and serve it chilled, optionally with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
  2. Garnish with a sprinkle of sea salt or toasted nuts for extra flavor.

Notes

Store leftover tart in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. For a richer flavor, consider adding vanilla extract or a hint of sea salt.