melktert
Melktert, meaning milk tart in Afrikaans, is a traditional South African dessert consisting of a pastry crust filled with a creamy milk custard. It is closely associated with Cape Dutch cuisine and is widely prepared in homes and bakeries across South Africa and Namibia.
The filling is a smooth custard made from milk, sugar, eggs, and a thickener such as flour
Origins trace to European baking traditions brought to the Cape by settlers in the 17th and 18th
Variations vary by region and recipe. Crusts can be traditional shortcrust, puff pastry, or crushed biscuits.