Simple Cake (One, Two, Three)
Description
The recipe won't take much time. The base of a classic tart is shortcrust pastry—it holds its shape well while remaining tender and slightly crumbly. The custard cream is best made with milk, as it doesn't have a bitter aftertaste (unlike sour cream) and holds its shape nicely. You can decorate this tart with your favorite fruits—in this recipe, I used grapes, but you could also try peaches, blackcurrants, or raspberries—they'll all taste delicious.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Mix the flour with salt and cold butter. Rub the mixture into crumbs. Add water and egg yolk, then bring the dough together into a ball. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
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Step 2
2. Roll out the dough into a 5 mm thick layer and place it into a baking form, shaping the edges. Prick the dough with a fork, cover with parchment paper, and add baking weights. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for 10 minutes.
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Step 3
3. Remove the filling and bake until done. Let cool completely. Prepare the cream: heat the milk. Beat the egg yolk with sugar using a mixer. Add flour and starch.
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Step 4
4. Gradually add the hot milk to the egg mixture in small portions, constantly whisking. Pour back into the saucepan and cook until thickened. Add liqueur and vanillin.
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Step 5
5. Remove the cream from the heat, cover with plastic wrap, and let it cool. Beat the soft butter with a mixer, then gradually add the cooled cream in parts and beat until smooth.
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Step 6
6. Spread the cream over the prepared shortbread base. Decorate the tart with grapes, arranging them in circles. Dust with powdered sugar.