Honey Tart

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, combine the flour, cold butter, and granulated sugar. Use a pastry blender or your fingertips to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.

   Tip: Use a light touch to avoid developing the gluten in the flour.

3. 3

   Add the brown sugar, eggs, and salt to the bowl. Mix until the dough comes together in a ball.

   Tip: Use a gentle touch to avoid overworking the dough.

4. 4

   Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and roll out to a thickness of about 3mm.

   Tip: Use a ruler or other straight edge to help you achieve a uniform thickness.

5. 5

   Transfer the dough to a 20cm tart pan with a removable bottom.

   Tip: Gently press the dough into the corners of the pan.

6. 6

   Prick the bottom of the dough with a fork to prevent it from bubbling up during baking.

7. 7

   Line the dough with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans.

   Tip: This will help the dough hold its shape while it bakes.

8. 8

   Bake the crust for 15 minutes, then remove the parchment paper and pie weights or beans.

   Tip: The crust should be lightly golden.

9. 9

   In a small saucepan, combine the honey, melted butter, and caster sugar. Bring to the boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.

   Tip: Stir the mixture occasionally to prevent scorching.

10. 10

    Pour the honey mixture over the warm tart crust.

    Tip: Use a spatula to spread the mixture evenly.

11. 11

    Caramelize the sugar by sprinkling it over the top of the tart. Use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar, if desired.

    Tip: Be careful not to burn the sugar.

12. 12

    Let the tart cool completely before serving.