Passionfruit tart is a classic Australian dessert, perfect for warm days. The tangy sweetness of the passionfruit tart filling pairs wonderfully with the buttery biscuit base, creating a refreshing treat that is always a crowd pleaser. While passionfruit originally comes from South America, it has become a staple in Australian kitchens commonly used in pavlovas, slices and tarts.
This no bake tart is incredibly easy to make, even for beginners. There is no need to worry about baking or complicated techniques. Just a simple biscuit base, a creamy passionfruit filling and some chilling time. Follow the steps below and you will have a light, tropical dessert ready to impress your family and friends.
Passionfruit Tart Tips
- Use ripe passionfruit for the best flavour. Look for plump fruits with slightly wrinkled skin.
- If you do not have a food processor, place the biscuits in a sealed plastic bag and crush them with a rolling pin.
- Chill the base thoroughly before adding the filling to prevent it from becoming soggy.
- If thickened cream is unavailable, regular cream can be used, but you may need to add a small amount of gelatine to help the filling set.
- Garnish with extra passionfruit pulp before serving for a vibrant and fresh presentation.
Ingredients (Serves 4)
For the base:
- 250g plain biscuits (such as Digestives or Marie), crushed into fine crumbs
- 125g unsalted butter, melted
For the filling:
- 395g can sweetened condensed milk
- 125ml (½ cup) thickened cream
- 125ml (½ cup) passionfruit pulp (from about 6 passionfruit)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
For the topping:
- 2 passionfruit, pulp scooped out
- 1 tbsp sugar (optional, for extra sweetness)
Directions
- Make the base: Place the crushed biscuits in a mixing bowl and stir in the melted butter until evenly combined. The texture should resemble wet sand.
- Press into tin: Firmly press the mixture into the base of a 22cm tart tin, smoothing it out with the back of a spoon. Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the filling: In a large bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, thickened cream, passionfruit pulp, and lemon juice. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Assemble the tart: Pour the filling over the chilled biscuit base, spreading it evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until fully set.
- Make the topping: In a small bowl, mix the passionfruit pulp with sugar if extra sweetness is needed.
- Serve: Once set, remove the tart from the tin and drizzle the passionfruit topping over it. Slice and enjoy chilled.
This chilled passionfruit tart is a simple yet delicious dessert, perfect for any occasion. With no baking required, it is easy to prepare and always a hit. If you enjoyed this easy no-bake dessert, you might also like No-Bake Cheesecake Recipe or Macadamia Nut Bliss Balls | No-Bake Energy Treats for more delicious treats.
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