Classic Rhubarb Custard Torte with Meringue
Classic Rhubarb Custard Torte with Meringue brings together a buttery, tender crust, a creamy rhubarb custard that balances tart and sweet, and a light, golden meringue crown. It’s a nostalgic dessert with contrasting textures—crisp base, silky center, and airy topping—perfect for spring gatherings, holiday dinners, or any time fresh rhubarb is in season.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- 2
In a large bowl, combine 1 cup flour, margarine, and confectioners' sugar; mix until a dough ball forms, then press it into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch square pan.
- 3
Bake in the preheated oven until the crust is golden brown, about 20 minutes.
- 4
In a saucepan over medium-high heat, combine 1 ½ cups white sugar, egg yolks, milk, and 3 tablespoons flour. Add rhubarb; cook, stirring constantly, until thickened, then pour the filling into the hot crust.
- 5
Beat egg whites in a large glass or metal bowl until foamy; gradually beat in the remaining ¼ cup sugar until stiff peaks form. Spread the meringue over the rhubarb filling to cover it completely.
- 6
Bake in the preheated oven until the top is golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes.
- Calories 222.24 kcal Moderate
- Protein 7.32 g Moderate
- Carbs 20.9 g Moderate
- Total Fat 11.02 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 2.83 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 1.46 g High
- Cholesterol 88.05 mg High
- Sodium 65.33 mg Low Source
- Fiber 2.71 g Low Source
- Sugar 4.06 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 218.55 mg Moderate
- Iron 1.59 mg Low Source
- Potassium 179.19 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 173.22 mcg_rae Moderate
- Vitamin C 0.09 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.79 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Classic Rhubarb Custard Torte with Meringue is an American dessert recipe made with 8 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr, serves 8, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Eggs, Egg Whites, and Margarine. Each serving provides about 222.24 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Classic Rhubarb Custard Torte with Meringue?
- It is an American recipe made with 8 ingredients, usually served for dessert.
- What is Classic Rhubarb Custard Torte with Meringue made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Eggs, Egg Whites, Margarine, Milk. The full list of 8 is above.
- What goes well with Classic Rhubarb Custard Torte with Meringue?
- Explore these American side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Classic Rhubarb Custard Torte with Meringue?
- About 1 hr in total: 30 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 222.24 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Classic Rhubarb Custard Torte with Meringue easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 8 ingredients and 6 steps.
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