Cornflake tart

Cornflake tart is a classic British school pudding, consisting of a sweet shortcrust pastry base filled with a sticky golden syrup or jam mixture and topped with crunchy cornflakes. It's a nostalgic, budget-friendly dessert that was a staple in school canteens across the UK for decades.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This is a high-carbohydrate and high-fat treat, with minimal protein, primarily providing quick energy from sugars and starches. A typical slice contains roughly 300-400 calories, with most coming from the sugary filling and buttery pastry.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	380 kcal
Protein	4.5 g
Carbs	52 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	1.5 g
Sugar	30 g
Sodium	220 mg
Iron	2.1 mg
Calcium	45 mg
Potassium	110 mg
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)	0.3 mg
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)	0.35 mg
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)	2.8 mg
Folate	55 µg
Phosphorus	80 mg

Per 1 slice (approx. 120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Its uniqueness lies in its ingenious use of a breakfast cereal as a dessert topping, creating a signature textural contrast between the crisp cornflakes and the chewy, sweet filling. It's a prime example of post-war British culinary thrift, transforming simple, inexpensive ingredients into a beloved comfort food.