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Nutritional Values
260kcal
3gProtein
46gCarbs
10gFat
2gFibre
150 gServing
* Per serving · 150 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
🥛 Dairy
🥚 Eggs
Manchester Tart
How to order / say it
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Manchester Tart — [MAN-ches-tur tart]
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I'd like the Manchester Tart, please.
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A dessert with a shortcrust pastry base, custard, and raspberry jam.
Why try it?
The Manchester Tart is a nostalgic dessert for many in the region, reminiscent of school dinners and homemade sweets. It beautifully encapsulates the sweet, indulgent side of Manchester's culinary history.
How it tastes
The tart combines the creaminess of custard, the tart sweetness of raspberry jam, and the crunch of a coconut topping on a buttery crust, providing a balance of textures and flavors.
Origin & History — first documented: 1920
The Manchester Tart evolved in the early 20th century from the traditional Manchester pudding. Its popularity grew in schools and homes, making it a cherished local classic over the decades.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 1 sheet shortcrust pastry
- 🥛 200 ml custard
- 🍯 100 g raspberry jam
- 🥜 50 g desiccated coconut
- 1 sliced banana
Method
- 1 Prebake the pastry sheet in a tart tin until golden.
- 2 Spread a layer of raspberry jam on the pastry base.
- 3 Add a layer of sliced banana on top of the jam.
- 4 Pour custard over and sprinkle with coconut, chill before serving.
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