Scottish Border Tart Recipe

Name: Scottish Border Tart
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 225 g shortcrust pastry; 140 g mixed dried fruit; 50 g butter; 50 g dark brown sugar; 25 g walnuts, chopped; 25 g glace cherries, chopped; 1 egg, beaten; For the Topping; 110 g icing sugar; 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Servings: persons

1
Pre-heat oven to 190u00b0C, 375u00b0F.
2
Lightly grease a 7 inch Baking tin.
3
Roll out the pastry and line the baking tin.
4
Gently melt the butter and sugar together in a pan.
5
Leave to cool and then add the dried fruit, walnuts and cherries.
6
Stir in the beaten egg.
7
Place the mixture in the pastry-lined baking tin.
8
Cook in oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until pastry is lightly browned.
9
Allow to cool.
10
Mix together the icing sugar and lemon juice and spread over the tart.
11
Allow to set before serving.

321

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 225 g shortcrust pastry, 140 g mixed dried fruit, 50 g butter, 50 g dark brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Scottish Border Tart falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Scottish Border Tart

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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