Vinegar custard-style tart is a traditional dessert that dates back several decades and has remained popular due to its unique flavor and creamy texture. Originating in regions where home cooking sought to make the most of simple ingredients to create delicious dishes, this tart combines the acidity of vinegar with the smoothness of a custard, resulting in a perfect balance between sweet and sour. In different Latin American countries, this dessert may be known by various names, although in many places it is simply distinguished as "vinegar tart or cake." This recipe reflects the influence of European pastry adapted to local ingredients, and the use of vinegar gives it a particular identity that sets it apart from other custards or sweet tarts.
Vinegar custard style pie
How to Make Vinegar Custard-Style Tart
Place the egg yolks in the top of a double boiler.
Add sugar and salt.
Gradually add boiling water, stirring constantly.
Add vinegar and cornstarch dissolved in cold water.
Cook over boiling water until thickened and smooth, about 12 minutes.
Remove from heat.
Add lemon extract.
Stir until the filling is smooth and well mixed, scraping the sides of the pan.
Pour the hot filling into the pie crust.
Cover the warm filling with meringue, spreading it to the edges and sealing it with the crust.
Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 12-15 minutes or until the meringue is lightly golden.
Ingredients: Egg yolks, sugar, salt, boiling water, cider vinegar, cornstarch, water, lemon extract, egg whites, and pie crust.
Ingredients (10)
- Egg Yolks
- Sugar
- Salt
- Boiling Water
- Apple Cider Vinegar
- Cornstarch
- Water
- Lemon Extract
- Egg Whites
- Pie Crust
Instructions (11 steps)
- 1 Place the egg yolks on top of the double boiler
- 2 Add sugar and salt
- 3 Gradually add boiling water, stirring constantly
- 4 Add vinegar and cornstarch dissolved in cold water
- 5 Cook over boiling water until it thickens and becomes smooth, about 12 minutes
- 6 Remove from heat
- 7 Add lemon extract
- 8 Stir until the filling is smooth and well mixed, scraping the sides of the pan
- 9 Pour the hot filling into the pie crust
- 10 Cover the warm filling with meringue, spreading it to the edges and sealing it with the crust
- 11 Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 12-15 minutes or until the meringue is lightly browned
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