TIPSY TART

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An old South African recipe; I remember my mom making this almost every weekend. It has a strong brandy flavor and is delicious served warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Provided by Ant5291

Categories     Tarts

Time 55m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup chopped dates
3/4 cup boiling water
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
1/3 cup sugar
1 1/4 cups flour
1/3 cup chopped nuts (I use walnuts)
1 pinch salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup sugar
3/4 cup water
1/4 cup brandy
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon vanilla essence

Steps:

  • Cream sugar and butter well.
  • Mix dates with boiling water.
  • Sift dry ingredients together.
  • Stir all 3 mixes as well as nuts together until just mixed.
  • Bake in medium size baking pan (sprayed) for about 45 minutes at 350.
  • Syrup:.
  • Boil sugar and water together over low heat for 10 minutes.
  • Remove from heat; add brandy, butter and vanilla and pour over hot tart.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 476.2, Fat 10, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 390.3, Carbohydrate 88.8, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 63.7, Protein 4.8

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