Torta della Nonna

Torta della Nonna is a delightful Italian custard tart that combines a rich, creamy filling with a buttery, nutty crust. Perfect for a healthy breakfast, this version uses whole grains and natural sweeteners for a wholesome start to your day.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat flour - 100g
• Almond flour - 50g
• Unsalted butter - 40g (softened)
• Honey - 30g
• Egg - 1 large
• Milk - 150ml (low-fat)
• Vanilla extract - 1 tsp
• Cornstarch - 20g
• Lemon zest - 1 tsp
• Pine nuts - 20g (for topping)
• Powdered sugar - for dusting (optional)

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a medium bowl, mix the whole wheat flour, almond flour, and softened butter until crumbly.
3. Add honey and the egg into the flour mixture and knead until a smooth dough forms.
4. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
5. While the dough chills, prepare the custard filling by whisking together the milk, cornstarch, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt in a saucepan over medium heat.
6. Continue to stir until the mixture thickens, then remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
7. Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface and transfer it to a tart pan, pressing it into the bottom and up the sides.
8. Pour the custard mixture into the prepared crust and smooth the top.
9. Sprinkle pine nuts over the custard filling.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the crust is golden and the custard is set.
11. Let the tart cool before dusting with powdered sugar, if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 7 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 60 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.15 L

Health Benefits

• Whole grains provide dietary fiber, which aids digestion.
• Almond flour adds healthy fats and protein, promoting satiety.

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