South African Instant Milk Tart

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup of butter
• 1/2 cup of sugar
• 1/2 cup of cornstarch
• 2 cups of milk
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup of cake flour

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Stir in the cornstarch and mix until fully incorporated.
4. Add the milk, eggs, cinnamon, and vanilla and mix until combined.
5. Sift in the cake flour and mix until a thick batter forms.
6. Grease an 8-inch pie dish and pour the batter into the dish.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool before serving.

Interesting Facts

• This South African Instant Milk Tart is a traditional South African dessert.
• It is also known as melktert, which means “milk tart” in Afrikaans.
• This dessert is very easy to make and can be served hot or cold.
• It is perfect for any occasion, from dinner parties to family gatherings.