Emel AksuCuisinier Confirmé
13 June 2026 Last updated: 12 September 2026

A crisp tart shell is filled with apricot jam, topped with coconut meringue, and baked. These South African tea-time classics are served together on a large tray for a crowd.

Step by Step

How to make it?

1

Prepare the Tart Shell

15 min

Rub the cold butter into the flour until crumbly. Add the egg and knead until a dough forms.

2

Rest the Dough

20 min

Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.

3

Shape and Fill

10 min

Press the dough into a tart pan and spread the apricot jam evenly over it.

4

Make the Meringue Topping

5 min

Mix the grated coconut with the sugar and sprinkle it over the jam.

5

Bake

30 min

Bake in an oven preheated to 180°C / 355°F for 30 minutes.

Reminder

Do not bake the dough without resting it, or it may shrink too much during baking. Allergens: contains gluten (flour), dairy (butter), and eggs.

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