Ingredients
Method
Biscuit Base
- In a bowl, mix biscuit crumbs, brown sugar, and softened unsalted butter.
- Press this mix into the bottom and sides of a 7-inch tart pan or springform pan. If using a springform, only line 1/3rd of the sides.
- Freeze for at least 1 hour or until needed.
Vanilla Custard
- In a saucepan, bring fresh cream and vanilla extract to a gentle boil. Turn off the heat and set aside.
- In a second saucepan, whisk egg yolks and sugar till smooth.
- Add cornflour and whisk until lump-free.
- Slowly pour the hot cream into the yolk mixture in 2–3 additions, whisking constantly to avoid scrambling.
- Cook this mixture over low heat, stirring continuously, until thick.
- Remove from heat, add cold butter, and stir until smooth.
- Transfer to a bowl, press cling wrap directly onto the surface, and let it cool to room temperature.
- Beat heavy cream with powdered sugar until 60% whipped -thickened slightly.
- Add the cooled custard and whip until just combined and smooth.
Assemble & Chill
- Transfer the custard filling into the prepared biscuit crust. Smooth the surface.
- Refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight to set.
Decorate & Serve
- Garnish with chopped strawberries, cherries, pomegranate, and a few mint leaves.
- Slice and enjoy cold!
