COMPOSITION OF A SQUASH (Cucurbita moschata) TART

Abstract

The present utility model relates to a food composition, specifically a squash (Cucurbita moschata) tart in which squash (Cucurbita moschata) serves as the principal filling ingredient. Squash (Cucurbita moschata) is underutilized in commercial pastries due to its high moisture content and the perceived difficulty of developing a stable, smooth-textured tart filling. It provides nutritional benefits, being rich in beta-carotene, vitamins, and dietary fiber. The composition comprises puréed squash (Cucurbita moschata), all-purpose flour, milk, cream cheese, white sugar, butter, de-shelled whole egg, cornstarch, yeast, vanilla extract, and salt. The utility model further discloses a preparation method involving steaming the squash (Cucurbita moschata) to enhance sweetness, soften coarse fibers, and retain nutrients prior to puréeing. The resulting squash (Cucurbita moschata) purée is combined with wet and dry ingredients to form a uniform mixture, which is baked to achieve a smooth and cohesive tart structure with consistent quality.