Hairy Bikers Treacle Tart Recipe

This Hairy Bikers Treacle Tart Recipe is a gooey and comforting dessert, which includes golden syrup and fresh breadcrumbs. It’s a classic, foolproof recipe, ready in about 1 hour and 5 minutes.

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Hairy Bikers Treacle Tart Recipe Ingredients

For the Buttery Shortcrust Pastry:

• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
• 1 large egg yolk
• 2–3 tablespoons ice-cold water

For the Sticky Treacle Filling:

• 1 3/4 cups golden syrup
• 1 1/2 cups fine fresh white breadcrumbs
• 1 large lemon, zest and juice
• 2 tablespoons heavy cream

How To Make Hairy Bikers Treacle Tart Recipe

1. Make the pastry: Rub the cold butter into flour until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. Add the egg yolk and just enough cold water to bring the dough together. Chill for 30 minutes.
2. Blind bake the crust: Roll out the pastry and line a 9-inch tart tin. Prick the base with a fork, chill again briefly, then line with parchment and baking beans. Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 15 minutes, remove beans, and bake for another 5 minutes until golden.
3. Prepare the filling: Gently warm the golden syrup in a pan until loosened. Stir in the breadcrumbs, lemon zest and juice, and cream.
4. Fill and bake: Reduce oven temperature to 180°C (350°F). Pour the filling into the prepared pastry shell and level it out. Bake for 25–30 minutes until the filling is just set.
5. Cool and serve: Let the tart cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm with custard, cream, or ice cream.

Recipe Tips

• Can I use store-bought pastry? Yes, ready-rolled shortcrust pastry works well for ease.
• What kind of breadcrumbs should I use? Use fine, fresh white breadcrumbs for best texture.
• How to avoid a soggy bottom: Blind baking the crust helps keep it crisp.
• Can I use corn syrup instead of golden syrup? You can, but the flavor will be less rich and traditional.
• Is it freezer-friendly? Yes, freeze the baked tart (without toppings) and reheat before serving.

What To Serve With Treacle Tart

This sweet dessert pairs beautifully with:

• Custard
• Vanilla ice cream
• Whipped cream
• Lemon crème fraîche

How To Store Treacle Tart

Refrigerate: Store covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Freeze: Freeze whole or sliced, tightly wrapped, for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven before serving.

Treacle Tart Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 479 kcal
• Protein: 5g
• Fat: 20g
• Carbohydrates: 70g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 40g
• Sodium: 120mg

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I make treacle tart in advance?
Yes, it keeps well for a few days and can be reheated.

Why is my filling runny?
It may need more baking time or too much lemon juice was added.

Can I make it gluten-free?
Use a gluten-free pastry and gluten-free breadcrumbs.

Can I use maple syrup instead of golden syrup?
Maple syrup is too thin and will change the flavor and texture.

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