Maids of Honour OLDEST TART with ROYAL approval
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- With ROYAL approval, maids of Honour OLDEST TART has a rich and intriguing history that dates back several centuries. Its story intertwines royalty, mystery, and deliciousness.
The Maids of Honour tarts are believed to have originated in the court of King Henry VIII during the 16th century. According to legend, one of the Maids of Honour (ladies-in-waiting) first made the tarts to serve Anne Boleyn, Henry VIII's second wife. The King supposedly found these tarts so delightful that he demanded the recipe be kept secret, and it was locked away in an iron chest for many years.
The story's most famous version is that the Maids of Honour tarts recipe was kept at Richmond Palace, where Henry VIII often resided. The tarts became associated with Richmond; to this day, you can still find them in bakeries around Richmond, London. Some versions of the story also suggest that Henry VIII named the tarts after the Maids of Honour in his court because they were his favourites.
Over time, the recipe for Maids of Honour tarts has evolved, but they have remained a classic British treat. Traditionally, they are made with puff pastry and curd cheese and sometimes flavoured with lemon or almond. The filling can vary, with some recipes including jam, marzipan, or other sweet ingredients. The tarts are often topped with a dusting of icing sugar.
Today, Maids of Honour tarts are still enjoyed across the UK, particularly in Richmond. The most famous bakery specializing in them is "The Original Maids of Honour" on Kew Road. It claims to have been making these tarts since the 18th century, using a recipe that dates back to Henry VIII.
This fascinating blend of history and myth adds to the charm of these delicate tarts, making them not just a delicious treat but also a bite of history.
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Ingredients:
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- 420 g All Purpose Flour
- 65ml Water
- 150g Shortening
- 50g Butter / Marg
- 1 medium egg
- 1 tsp Apple cider vinegar amzn.to/49m0tDH
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp of icing sugar or sugar for sweet shortcrust
For the Filling:
- 125g (4 oz) curd cheese, cottage cheese or ricotta
- 1 egg
- 50g (2 oz) caster sugar
- 50g (2 oz) ground almonds
- Grated zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp rosewater (optional)
- Apricot jam - Raspberry is probably more traditional.
- Icing sugar for dusting
Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F) or 170°C (fan) and lightly grease a 12-hole tart tin.
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I remember those Rik. Loved them as a child! I grew up in a rural area where the 'old boys and girls' still lived. Rabbit, Venison, Pheasant and the community pig and chickens. Days now long lost in the UK! A wee granny two doors up on the other side of the road made those for the kids in the street. Great memories!
Thanks for sharing, John. Great memories. Days long gone! Thank you. Best, Rik
I used to bake rock cakes for my children and their friends to have after school. I don’t like mixed dried fruit so was never tempted to eat them 😁
@@Whippy99 They do not have to have any dried fruit but some raisins or sultanas could ad just a little moisture!
@@johnbaldwin143 I simply cannot stand raisins, currants or sultanas. Would dried cranberries work,do you think?
@@Whippy99I am like you, I simply _loathe_ dried vine fruits. There's something quite revolting (to me) about all of them.
HOWEVER, I do not feel the same about other forms of dried fruit, and regularly replace dried vine fruits in a recipe with whatever other dried fruits I feel would be pleasant. What I do, though, is cut up larger fruits - dried dates, apples, prunes, apricots etc - into vine-fruit-sized pieces. Cranberries make a perfect substitute for raisins!
I have made many teabreads, fruit cakes and the like with dried fruits - just not dried vine fruits!
These are HEAVENLY. A rare find in a N.Z. bakery. Now I can make my own!!! Thanks, Rik. 😃
Thank you. Best, Rik
Had completely forgotten these tarts. Thanks for bringing them back.
My Pleasure. Thank you. Best, Rik
Oh my god!!! Another forgotten childhood favourite out of the cupboard!! My nan used to make these as a High day and holiday treat!!! We used to look forward to them so much x
Sounds great! Love these old recipes. Thanks for sharing great memories. Thank you. Best, Rik
The combinations of ingredients here are endless. You could even make them savory instead of sweet. These are great, thanks Rik.
Agreed! Thank you. Best, Rik
Yep seasoned minced lamb would work really well.
Another favourite! 👍👍👍 my grandad made these every week for decades!
Wonderful! Thank you. Best, Rik
Rik, I love watching your beautiful videos. You are so real, so relaxed and I love how peacefully and calmly create it all. Thank you and God's blessings to you always.❤❤❤
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Must give them a go when I get the chance. Thank you Rik! They look very nice indeed. Apricot is lovely with almond, they pair up nicely. ♥️🙌🏼.
They do indeed! Thank you. Best, Rik
I have been making these tarts now for a number of years from a recipe in a book by Jane Pettigrew called “Teatime”, however, in her recipe she includes 75 gram of cold mashed potato, which I have never included. They are a delicious, tasty treat at any time.
Thank you. Best, Rik
Thanks as always and also for showing folks that tip about opening a recalcitrant jar of preserves, popping that seal. This looks delicious and is going on the ever-lengthening list of recipes.😊
Thank you. Homemade Jam too - the lid was a stubborn one. Best, Rik
All your recipes are worthy of royal approval Rik 👑Amanda xx
Wow, steady! Thank you. Best, Rik
Something different to try. I love very old recipes like this. Thanks Rik.
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This guy's knowledge and professionalism is at a Jacque Pepin level , though Rik makes more of my kind of food compared to Jacque's. I feel fortunate I found this channel. Thank you for another recipe I must make in the future.
I'm the fortunate one to have you on here - appreciated! If I made posh most of the folks watching would leave - might have to squeeze one in occasionally. Thank you. Best, Rik
@@BackyardChef yes, he makes some "fussy" stuff sometimes that's 'for company' but I always learn something from him, like from you!! 👏👏🙌🙌
@@Carolina-nn6ye Thank you. Best, Rik
Nothing better than an old tart lol. Have a good weekend Rik. Stay safe🤗🇬🇧
Same to you! Thank you. Best, Rik
Remember, an old tart is not just for Xmas!
Are we still saying stay safe. I think that should be stay free, or that might be too late...
I must be behind the times, no change there then
If a maid of honor made it for KH8 no wonder he approved of it as his portrait shows us he liked food a lot. And as always delicious
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I think that might be a good choice for Christmas Eve dessert 🤔😊!
I think so too! Thank you. Best, Rik
Yes! And maybe with red raspberry jam for Christmas Eve...
Oh my! I once asked you if you knew what my English Jordan relatives would have eaten in the early 1600's. I never thought you might have something that went further back to my Aunt Anne Boleyn. ! (Mary Boleyn was my grand mother... and led to my Jordan clan). Thank you, Chef!! I cannot wait to try these. What a cool way to connect with some of my earliest verified relatives! :) Shirley in NH
That is awesome! - kitchen painted, mixer dusted off? Thank you. Best, Rik
Hi Shirley, I come from the Lancaster Family. My Great Grandfather was a Lancaster.
@@AZ-Sharon I have a Fred Lancaster born 1879 Maine (married my great grandaunt) but haven't followed that line back any further than him. Lady Mary Boleyn was my 14x great grandmother, thru the Knollys, then Devereauxs, to the Rich family (Earls of Warwick) for about 9 generations til one married my 2x great grandfather Levi Franklin Jordan in 1858 Maine. I don't really know anything about the Lancasters. Shirley in NH
@@BackyardChef LOL... almost. :) Shirley in NH
I put the kettle on lol nice cuppa with those beautiful tarts.Rik you are fantastic chef 😊😊😊😊
Thanks so much appreciated. Thank you. Best, Rik
I used to love these! So good at teatime.
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Being a foreigner, I never heard of it. But I will try it, thank you.
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Great memories of my childhood here Rik. My Granny used to make these and they were my favourite as a child. She was a lovely cook and baker, but her maids of honour were the bees knees! I’ve made them myself when my kids were young, and although lovely, they never quite emulated my granny’s. She also used to make a savoury sage and onion scone, that she served with sausages or stew. I’ve never, ever been able to get it like my granny. Mine rise up too much and are more like dumpling. Hers was a little heavier, but crisp and delicious. She made it in a cake tin. If you have any recipes, I’d be grateful. xxxx
Thank you. Great suggestion. Best, Rik
Oh Rik, I’m going to dress up as Santa clause this winter trying your great recipes. Not sure the suit will be big enough.
Ha ha ha - Thank you. Best, Rik
A right Royal Tart, delicious. Sharing.
Yes it was! Thank you. Best, Rik
My family recipe for Swedish meatballs has apricot jam. And coffee. I'm making Maids of Honour this weekend. Yum.
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Rik I made shortcrust pastry your way yesterday, and it was the easiest and BEST buttery melt in your mouth shortcrust I've EVER made, true story. I will never make it any other way again. I am learning so much from you Rik, thank you!😍
Sounds great! Thank you. Best, Rik
Beautiful!!! No fancy equipment and twisted recommendations.. just pure honest cooking.. LOVED IT! ❤
Glad you liked it!! Thank you. Best, Rik
Rik, apologies if you’ve already done these, I’d love three recipes, first one is those American pancakes with bacon and maple syrup, second one is a true chicken Caesar Salad and third is true Salad Niçoise. You’re the best!
Great suggestions! Thank you. Best, Rik
Oh! my!! I’m off to make some (with tea)!! 😊😊❤
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Excellent recipe, Rik! Thank you! A definite keeper.
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They do look delicious. Apricot jam is very nice. I've heard of these, but never had one...yet. Have a great evening, Rik.
Same to you, Jenny. Thank you. Best, Rik
Apricot jam 👌 lovely.
Oh yes! Homemade too! Thank you. Best, Rik
History lesson and great cook! brilliant Rikmeister👌😋
Thanks so much! Thank you. Best, Rik
I think raspberry goes better with the almond taste. But everyone to their own, any jam would go well. Nice with a spoonful of custard. Nice to see the old recipes being protected.
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Love it! Love the history! Thankyou, Rik!😎
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Hey Rik.. didn’t most TARTS have royal approval 😂😂😂
Ha ha ha. Thank you. Best, Rik
HENRY 8TH LOVED HIS TARTS
😂😂😂
A great childhood favourite 😊
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❤ looks divine ❤
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That is exactly the same short crust dough recipe I used for years,so all purpose it works every time. This looks like the recipe that morphed into a Bakewell tart,same raspberry jam😮though a Bakewell is the same as a French Frangipane tart.These type tarts are favorites of mine.😊.
I do same pastry but half lard half butter I render my own lard it's the only way to get it and definitely will make these
Yes Bakewell frangipane all seems related but long long ago
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Agreed! Thank you. Best, Rik
I used to bring my daughter to the old tea rooms by Kew where they serve these. Magical. Thanks for sharing the recipe.
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Ooh we use anari (halloumi curd) a lot in Cyprus but I can impress the rellies now with a good 🇬🇧 tart with anari. These look delicious and I can’t wait to make them. One of the aunties makes different jams so I shall use her product too win win. 😋
Oh wow! Fantastic! Thank you. Best, Rik
It's a long time since I had one of these, It's now on my to do list 🙂 My mum would make something similar with a raspberry filling but the topping was coconut based and I can't think of what they are called
🤷♀️
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They might be old but they look delicious 😋
They are! Thank you. Best, Rik
Had a wonderful tea at the original Maids of Honour tea room in Richmond years ago, which had to include these lovely tarts
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Used to buys these from a bakers called Skeltons they were delicious, and topped with icing …they added a dash of vanilla in there too…amazing. The shops closed 20 years ago 😟
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Ooo, now these look interesting! I wonder if rosewater was used for flavoring back in the day?
Note: I had a hard time finding rosewater extract until I saw it being sold at an international market. In my town, it's Imran's, a grocery store/produce stand that sells boxes of dates, Mexican and Indian spices, Daikon radishes, fresh mangoes, and specialty flavorings like rose water and orange water. It's worth looking around and asking for an item, they might have it.
I'm definitely going to be baking some of these little yummies
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Scrumptious 😋. I will try making it as a tart instead of little tarts
Hope you enjoy. Thank you. Best, Rik
Those would not be safe in my home, and I live alone!
Ha ha ha, Thank you. Best, Rik
😂😂😂😂
Awe yes thank you again for making this. I just love all your videos. My moma used to make this for all us 7 kids . Know it's my turn to make this. Your the best blessings 🙌
You are so welcome! Thank you. Best, Rik
They look fabulous, Rik. I've stopped buying store bought shortcrust pastry and make yours instead. As you would say "nice and simple". You cannae whack it. I hope that you're all well x
Very much appreciated. Very tasty these - the apricot and lemon make these. Ticking on by! Hope all good your end. Thank you. Best, Rik
Everything is fine. @@BackyardChef
@@lizhannah8412 Lovely! Best, Rik
These look very good, but here in the US I dont know where Id find cheese curds. Cottage cheese, drained awhile perhaps? Mascarpone I can find but I like the lumpy curds. Thanks for this treat!
Yes cottage cheese will do. Thank you. Best, Rik
Terry Prachett's book, "The Joy of Snacks" [you have to be of a certain age to get that joke]
Has a recipe for Maids of Honour. Well they started off as Maids of Honour, but they ended up as Tarts.
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Your a billant chef xxx
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Can't wait to try these....many thanks! 👍
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I love English sweets and these look easy and wonderfully made and delicious. Thank you for another wonderful recipe
My pleasure 😊Thank you. Best, Rik
Qh Wow, how wonderful do they look, such sweet treats, with your cuppa !!
They are! Thank you. Best, Rik
Haven't made these for years...do like your recipe very much will definitely try this...❤
Hope you enjoy. Thank you. Best, Rik
Oh snap! These LOOK royal!! I will try them soon. This is my first time on this channel and I subscribed!
Hello from Boston, USA 🇺🇸
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Why are you doing this to me Rik?! I have to lose weight (or they wont give me a new hip!) … but oh my, these look so good!
Sorry. Thank you. Best, Rik
@@BackyardChef That’s Ok! I cant wait to make them! I love almonds, have some home made apricot jam, just need the cottage cheese!
All the best for your procedure. Get well soon.
@@catswambo9706 Apoologies, didnt mean to infer that I was about to have the op. I am not even on the list yet as I am too overweight! Even when I lose the weight I will go on a list that takes probably 2 years to get to my turn! I love food too much I am sorry to say, and love baking, so I only have myself to blame!!! But thank you so much for your kind comment. 🤗
Love your no nonsense approach…perfect to teach new cooks…invites accomplishment. Bravo!
Thanks so much! 😊Best, Rik
My nan used egg whites and dessicated coconut in her version of the topping. I'm going to be trying yours.
Sounds amazing! Thank you. Best, Rik
Looking forward to making them, boy, do they bring back memories!!!
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I have to watch the salt with the diet but I still have to have a little or some foods are just not the same. Greasing the tins real old school still home baking is pretty much now and look just how quick and simple a dozen tasty tarts can be made. Shortcrust corned beef and potato tarts with pastry lids another great snack easy made.
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Ooh that looks nice. Pastry, I’ve not used that recipe before.❤
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I have just came across your channel and absolutely love it good wholesome food easy to follow recipes have just subscribed and looking forward to more great food sending love from Northern Ireland ❤
Thanks and welcome. Love to NI. Thank you. Best, Rik
Oh, my Gosh that I will be baking next. Yummy. Love these old recipe ideas.
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Ooooh rik, this was a firm favourite in our household growing up and you don't even see these in bakery shops anymore.
Made your curry paste last night read for tea tonight, but this will be a great dessert. I also only ever make your pastry now too, definitely a good recipe.
Thank you Rik, you nailed it again 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Hope you enjoy. Thank you. Best, Rik
I’m going to use lemon curd Rik if you don’t mind 😘🥰👍🏼
Works a treat, very nice actually. Thank you. Best, Rik
So i guess refrigerating dough is nt needed. Love watching u❤
Nope - my kitchen yesterday was 33 degrees, mind you its raining season so its cooled down - here in Thailand. Thank you. Best, Rik
I'll definitely have to give these a try. I bet they would be good with strawberry jam, too. Really appreciate your approach to pastry. There's just no reason for it to be as fussy as a lot of folks make it out to be. - Sharla
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Nice one ❤
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You are a proper cook
Mouthwatering, thank you!
My pleasure 😊Thank you. Best, Rik
"These tarts look absolutely divine! The history makes them even more special! 😍👑
Agreed! Thank you. Best, Rik
I don’t like tarts, but it doesn’t matter. I love watching your soothing videos!
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They look delicious Rik, i could just eat half a dozen of them
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Those look amazing, and i just happen to have apricot jam on hand. I am wondering if I strain the whey off American cottage cheese if it would be similar to the cheese curds you used. Any suggestions? Thanks!
I’m in the States too,I was thinking farmer cheese,or cottage cheese strained.😊
@JanetBrown-px2jn I have trouble finding farmers cheese in my area.
Yes indeed it would - keep some strained liquid to help out the blend. Thank you. Best, Rik
Yes will work. Thank you. Best, Rik
You can't beat a cuppa and an old tart....recipe, but as the great Eric Morecambe might say, not necessarily in that order!😊👍
Thank you. Definitely brings me sunshine. Best. Rik
".. all-mond, or ah-mond if you're posh .." 😂 Its always been ah-mond to me but nobody's EVER accused me of being posh .. pretty much the opposite of posh actually! 😂 I love your recipes and "looking over your shoulder" in the kitchen. You're obviously a highly skilled chef but also fun and educational to spend time with. 👍
Thank you. I would like to think keeping it simple is like cooking in the same kitchen with everyone. Best, Rik
My Mom made these. Then one day she put a batter on top with desiccated coconut. Raspberry jam.. love at first bite❤❤
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The tarts looked fantastic🤩 Gave up making shortcrust pastry, too much malarkey but after watching this video, I will give it another try. Thank you 👍😊
My recipe on here is easy peasy! Thank you. Best, Rik
Those tarts look delicious, Rik. Thanks for the video.
Thanks for watching. Thank you. Best, Rik
My mother made these little pies with a cheats version which was,
Use leftover pastry to make the cases
Use raspberry jam- from the local shop.
Top with sponge cake mix flavoured with almond essence 😊
Very tasty memory 👍🇦🇺
Lovely! Great memories. Thanks for sharing. Thank you. Best, Rik
Those look awesome. Great recipe, my kind of dessert. I have never heard of this pie before, but I will be making it very very soon.
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Thank you for the nod to those of us with not-so-handy hands.
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My mum used to make all your videos blessings both my parents were from England and yes I have made most of all your videos blessings 💖
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❤beautiful tart❤
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My mother used to make these. They were a great favourite.
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❤😊 A family favourite!
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They look yummy Rik 👍 I must say your recipe for pastry is the best one I've ever used. No harm in making it in the food processor like I do because my hands don't have the dexterity or strength now . Have to say the food processor I bought was a bargain at £75 from £150 😁
Fantastic! Thank you. Best, Rik
Never heard of these (maybe coz im not a brit😁), but i will defenately make these❤. I will try some with applejam, coz this year apple trees in my moms home has made so much apples👍thnx for the recipe(i have so many to watch when i go home since havent been able to be in yt for weeks ❤️🇫🇮👋
Thank you. Hope you enjoy. Best, Rik
These look delicious Rik. I must admit I’ve never heard of these. I’m going to make them though. TFS.
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I bet when they are just tiny bit warm still they probably just melt in your mouth. Yum.
They are indeed! Thank you. Best, Rik
Private Godfrey in Dads Army mentioned making theses... I always wondered what they were. It's a bit like a bakewell tart
It is indeed! Many recipes similar in the UK over time. Thank you. Best, Rik
Chef RIK YOU THE BEST ♥️😋
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Hello Ric my mum used to make these tarts when I was a child and she always used apricot jam ❤
Lovely! Best, Rik
I might try a bit of your lemon curd! I hope it works. Thank you for sharing. ❤
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Also, I believe the tarts came about through Ann Bolyn’s maids of honour.
In the description. Thank you. Best, Rik
Looks yummy rik 3 of those cuppa tea or coffee would go down lovely 🙂
Oh Yes! Thank you. Best, Rik
The oldest tart with royal approval is now a Queen. 😏
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Made these today, they looked like I’d thrown the ingredients at the baking tray, rustic would be an understatement, but my Lord they were Devine. I just can’t get tarts or pies to look neat and uniform 🙄
Its all in the eating - Thank you. Best, Rik
Just so fine! 😃👍🏻❤️
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