Q: Can I use shop-bought pastry?

A: Yes — use sweet shortcrust pastry if you’re short on time.

Q: Can I make this tart ahead?

A: Absolutely — it keeps well chilled for up to 3 days.

Q: Can I make it gluten-free?

A: Yes — substitute with a gluten-free flour blend and ensure other ingredients are GF.

Q: Can I use tinned or frozen rhubarb?

A: Yes — but drain it well and cook less as it's already soft.

Q: Is it okay to serve warm?

A: You can, but chilling it helps the custard set nicely.

Q: Can I make it without almonds?

A: Yes — replace ground almonds with extra flour and use regular shortcrust pastry.

Q: How do I stop the rhubarb bleeding into the custard?

A: Cool the rhubarb completely and pat dry before arranging on the tart.

Q: Can I use a different fruit?

A: Yes — gooseberries or plums also work well.

Q: Can I make mini versions?

A: Definitely — use tartlet tins and adjust baking times accordingly.

Q: How do I slice it neatly?

A: Use a sharp knife dipped in hot water for clean slices.

Rabarbra- og vaniljekremterte med mandeldeig

Rhubarb and Vanilla Custard Tart with Almond Pastry

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Cuisine

British

Servings

Prep Time

45 minutes

Cook Time

1 hour

Calories

420

Rhubarb and custard is a combination that evokes fond memories of British school desserts — a humble pairing that, when refined, becomes something truly elegant. In this tart, sharp, blushing-pink rhubarb meets silky-smooth vanilla custard atop a crisp almond pastry base.

The almond adds richness to the crust, enhancing the creamy filling and balancing the tartness of the fruit with nutty depth.

What sets this tart apart is its stunning presentation and textural contrast: crisp pastry, smooth custard, and tender rhubarb arranged in bold stripes or elegant patterns.

It's perfect for spring entertaining, afternoon tea, or simply when you want to honour seasonal ingredients in the most delicious way possible.

Serve it chilled on a warm day or with a little whipped cream for extra indulgence.

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Ingredients

200g plain flour
50g ground almonds
125g cold unsalted butter, cubed
50g icing sugar
1 egg yolk
2–3 tablespoons cold water

For the rhubarb topping

400g rhubarb, trimmed and cut into 4–5cm batons
100g caster sugar
1 vanilla pod (or 1 tsp vanilla extract)
2 tablespoons orange juice

For the custard filling

300ml whole milk
200ml double cream
4 egg yolks
75g caster sugar
2 tablespoons cornflour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Directions

First, make the pastry: rub flour, almonds, icing sugar, and butter together until breadcrumb-like. Add the yolk and just enough water to form a dough. Chill for 30 minutes.
Roll out the pastry and line a 23cm tart tin. Prick the base and chill again. Blind bake at 180°C (350°F) for 15 minutes, then uncover and bake for 10 more. Cool completely.
Meanwhile, place rhubarb, sugar, orange juice, and vanilla in a baking dish. Cover with foil and bake at 160°C (320°F) for 20–25 minutes until tender but holding shape. Let cool.
To make the custard, heat milk and cream in a pan until just simmering. Whisk egg yolks, sugar, cornflour, and vanilla in a bowl, then slowly pour the hot milk over, whisking constantly.
Return mixture to the pan and stir over low heat until thickened. Cool slightly.
Spoon custard into the tart shell, level the top, and chill for 1 hour until set.
Arrange rhubarb batons neatly on top. Serve chilled or room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1
per serving: Calories; 420

Amount/Serving % Daily Value

Fat: 25 grams; 32%
Saturated Fat: 14 grams; 70%
Cholesterol: 160 milligrams; 53%
Sodium: 45 milligrams; 2%
Carbs: 39 grams; 14%
Protein: 7 grams
Sugar: 20 grams
Fiber: 2 grams; 7%

Tips for å lage denne terten

Chill pastry twice for a crisp finish — once before rolling, once in the tin.
Blindbak med bakebønner for å unngå en bløt bunn.
Bruk knallrosa rabarbra for fargepåvirkning.
Ikke overkok rabarbraen - den skal holde formen.
Pisk vaniljesaus hele tiden for å unngå stivning.
Sil vaniljesaus hvis den er klumpete for ekstra jevne resultater.
Avkjøl både vaniljesaus og deigen helt før montering.
Bruk en linjal til å justere rabarbraen hvis du vil ha perfekte linjer.
Dryss med melis før servering for en blank finish.
Oppbevar rester kjølt og spis innen 3 dager.

Server den med forslag

Clotted cream eller pisket krem
En kule vaniljeis
Friske mynteblader
Bringebærcoulis
En kopp Earl Grey eller kamillete
Knuste pistasjnøtter for tekstur
Varm vaniljesaus helles over for ekstra nytelse
Sandkakefingre på siden
Sitronskall drysset på toppen
Et glass dessertvin eller musserende rosé

Vanlige spørsmål

Spørsmål: Kan jeg bruke butikkkjøpt bakverk?
A: Ja – bruk søt mørdeig hvis du har kort tid.

Spørsmål: Kan jeg lage denne terten på forhånd?
A: Absolutt - den holder seg godt avkjølt i opptil 3 dager.

Spørsmål: Kan jeg gjøre det glutenfritt?
A: Ja – erstatt med en glutenfri melblanding og sørg for at andre ingredienser er GF.

Spørsmål: Kan jeg bruke hermetisert eller frossen rabarbra?
A: Ja, men tøm den godt og kok mindre, siden den allerede er myk.

Spørsmål: Er det greit å servere varm?
A: Du kan, men avkjøling hjelper vaniljesausen til å stivne.

Spørsmål: Kan jeg lage det uten mandler?
A: Ja — bytt ut malte mandler med ekstra mel og bruk vanlig mørdeig.

Spørsmål: Hvordan stopper jeg at rabarbraen blør inn i vaniljesausen?
A: Avkjøl rabarbraen helt og tørk før den legges på terten.

Spørsmål: Kan jeg bruke en annen frukt?
A: Ja — stikkelsbær eller plommer fungerer også bra.

Spørsmål: Kan jeg lage miniversjoner?
A: Definitivt - bruk tartelettformer og juster steketidene deretter.

Spørsmål: Hvordan skjærer jeg den pent opp?
A: Bruk en skarp kniv dyppet i varmt vann for rene skiver.

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