It is a delicious tart that is made from a pastry base filled with a set milk-based custard and dusted with ground cinnamon. Melktert (meaning “milk tart” in Afrikaans) is a beloved South African dessert that has been passed down through generations. This classic tart features a pastry base filled with a smooth, creamy milk-based custard, and is topped with a generous dusting of ground cinnamon. It's the epitome of comfort food — rich, velvety, and subtly spiced — making it a favorite treat in homes across South Africa.