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Fridge Tart

Cultural Context

Fridge Tart, a beloved South African dessert, has its roots in the country's tradition of quick and easy no-bake treats. Often made for gatherings and celebrations, it showcases the use of simple ingredients like cream cheese and condensed milk, making it a favorite among families. Today, variations abound, with different fruits and flavors reflecting local tastes, making it a versatile dessert enjoyed by many.

South AfricanZAdessert
30 min
easy
8 servings
Servings4
200 grams of Rich Tea or Digestive biscuits
150 to 200 grams of fresh washed and sliced Strawberries
300 mls of double or whipping cream
approximately 80 grams of melted butter
23 grams of Strawberry Jelly crystals
1 tin of condensed milk approximately 400 grams

condensed milk

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Coconut cream provides a dairy-free option with a similar texture.

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

digestive biscuits

🥗Healthier: oatmeal cookies

💰Cheaper: any plain cookies

Oatmeal cookies provide a healthier base with fiber.

gelatin

🥗Healthier: agar-agar

💰Cheaper: none

Agar-agar is a plant-based alternative suitable for vegetarians.

1

Using a rolling pin or a blender, break up the biscuits into rough breadcrumb consistency.

2

Mix the melted butter into the crumbed biscuits and mix thoroughly until you have a sticky consistency.

3

Empty the mixture into a suitable dish and press the crumb mix with your hand or use the base of a glass to spread the mixture to cover the base of your kitchen dish.

4

Refrigerate for 1 hour.

5

Empty the jelly crystals into a cup, then add half a cup of boiling water and dissolve the crystals.

6

Add half a cup of cold water and place in the refrigerator for 15 minutes or until cooled completely (do not allow jelly to set).

7

Whisk 300 mls of cream until thickened.

8

In a mixing bowl, empty 1 can of condensed milk and add the cooled jelly, then mix.

9

Add the thickened cream and whisk well until creamy and smooth.

10

Add most of the sliced washed strawberries, leaving some for decoration, and whisk for 1 minute.

11

Pour the mixture over the chilled biscuit base and decorate with remaining strawberries and grated chocolate.

12

Refrigerate for 4 to 6 hours before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Refrigerator TartFridge Cake

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