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Torta della Nonna

Indulgent Torta della Nonna: A Slice of Italian Comfort

Classic Torta della Nonna is a beloved Italian dessert featuring a buttery pastry crust and creamy custard filling.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 40 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry (Pasta Frolla)
  • 250 grams All-purpose flour Provides structure and tenderness
  • 125 grams Granulated sugar Adds sweetness and crisp texture
  • 125 grams Unsalted butter Use cold for a flaky crust
  • 1 large Egg Adds richness and binds the dough
  • 1 large Egg yolk Enhances the richness of the pastry
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Infuses warmth and flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon zest Brightens the pastry
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances sweetness
For the Custard Filling
  • 500 ml Whole milk A creamy base for the custard
  • 100 grams Granulated sugar Sweetens the custard
  • 40 grams All-purpose flour Thickening agent for custard
  • 4 large Egg yolks Enrich the custard
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Amplifies the custard's flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon zest Adds refreshing aroma
For Finishing
  • 50 grams Pine nuts Crunchy topping for flavor
  • powdered sugar Powdered sugar Dust before serving

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Medium saucepan
  • tart pan
  • Whisk
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Prepare the Pastry
  1. Combine flour, sugar, salt, and lemon zest in a mixing bowl. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Mix in egg, egg yolk, and vanilla until dough forms. Wrap and chill for 30 minutes.
Make the Custard
  1. Heat milk and lemon zest in a saucepan until simmering. Whisk together sugar, flour, and egg yolks in a bowl. Gradually stir in hot milk. Return mixture to saucepan and cook until thickened, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla, and cool completely.
Assemble the Tart
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Roll out two-thirds of dough to line a tart pan. Pour cooled custard into pastry shell. Roll out remaining dough to cover custard and seal edges.
Bake the Torta
  1. Sprinkle toasted pine nuts over the tart. Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and filling is set.
Cool and Serve
  1. Cool the tart in the pan for 30 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 5mg

Notes

This Torta della Nonna is perfect for gatherings, and can be made ahead of time for convenience.

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