Recipesโ†’Belgiumโ†’Tarte au Fromage Blanc de la Meuse

Tarte au Fromage Blanc de la Meuse

A light and airy baked cheesecake from the Meuse region of Belgium, made with fromage blanc (quark) and a simple pastry crust. It's less dense than traditional cheesecakes and has a delicate, slightly tangy flavor.

Prep25 minutes
Cook50-60 minutes
Total1 hour 15 minutes - 1 hour 25 minutes
Serves8
LevelMedium
Tarte au Fromage Blanc de la Meuse - Belgium traditional dish

๐Ÿง‚ Ingredients

  • 250 g All-purpose flour
  • 125 g Unsalted butter(cold, cubed)
  • 50 g Granulated sugar(for the crust)
  • 1 large Egg yolk(for the crust)
  • 2-3 tbsp Ice water(for the crust)
  • 1000 g Fromage blanc (quark)(full fat)
  • 150 g Granulated sugar(for the filling)
  • 3 large Eggs
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp Lemon zest
  • 2 tbsp Cornstarch

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tips

  • โœ“Use good quality, full-fat fromage blanc for the best flavor and texture.
  • โœ“Don't overmix the crust dough to ensure a tender pastry.
  • โœ“Allow the tart to cool completely before slicing for clean cuts.

โœจ Twist Ideas

Inspiration for your own version of this recipe

  • Add a layer of fresh berries on top before serving.
  • Infuse the fromage blanc with a vanilla bean for a more intense vanilla flavor.

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