Neenish tart

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Neenish tart

Type	Tart
Course	Dessert
Place of origin	Australia
Main ingredients	Pastry, jam, cream, icing
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A Neenish tart is a type of tart originating from Australia. It is characterized by its distinctive half-and-half icing, typically in contrasting colors such as pink and white or brown and white. The tart is filled with a mixture of jam and cream, and it is encased in a shortcrust pastry shell.

History

The origin of the Neenish tart is somewhat unclear, but it is believed to have been created in the early 20th century. The name "Neenish" is thought to be a corruption of the word "Viennese," although there is no definitive evidence to support this theory.

Ingredients

The traditional Neenish tart consists of the following components:

• Pastry shell: A shortcrust pastry base that provides a crisp texture.
• Jam: Typically, a layer of raspberry or strawberry jam is spread on the base.
• Cream: A mixture of butter, icing sugar, and sometimes condensed milk, which is spread over the jam.
• Icing: The tart is topped with two contrasting colors of icing, often pink and white or brown and white.

Variations

There are several variations of the Neenish tart, including:

• **Chocolate Neenish tart**: Uses chocolate icing instead of the traditional pink and white.
• **Lemon Neenish tart**: Incorporates lemon flavoring into the cream filling and icing.
• **Mock cream Neenish tart**: Uses a mock cream filling made from butter, sugar, and milk instead of the traditional cream mixture.

Cultural Significance

The Neenish tart is a popular treat in Australia and is often found in bakeries and cafes. It is also a common item at bake sales and afternoon tea gatherings.

See also

• Tart
• Pastry
• Jam
• Cream
• Icing