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Fresh Fruit Tart

Fresh Fruit Tart – A Delightful Taste of Summer Joy

This Fresh Fruit Tart captures summer joy with its flaky crust and vibrant fruits, making it a perfect dessert for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar or coconut sugar
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter (chilled and cubed) or vegan butter
  • 1 large Egg yolk or flax egg for vegans
  • 2-4 tablespoons Ice water very cold
For the Pastry Cream
  • 2 cups Whole milk or almond/coconut milk
  • 3 large Egg yolks for pastry cream; or silken tofu
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch or arrowroot powder
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Almond extract optional
  • 1 pinch Salt
For the Toppings
  • 2 cups Fresh mixed fruit (strawberries, blueberries, kiwis, raspberries) use seasonal fruits for varied flavors
  • 1/4 cup Apricot preserves or other fruit preserves
  • 1 tablespoon Water for glaze

Equipment

  • food processor
  • 9-inch Tart Pan
  • Medium Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Fresh Fruit Tart
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a food processor, combine all-purpose flour and granulated sugar. Add chilled cubed butter and pulse until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Mix in egg yolk and gradually add ice water until the dough starts to come together. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Roll the dough into a circle about 1/8 inch thick and transfer it to a 9-inch tart pan, pressing it into the sides. Prick bottom with a fork.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Let it cool completely in the pan.
  6. In a medium saucepan, whisk together milk, egg yolks, granulated sugar, cornstarch, vanilla extract, almond extract, and a pinch of salt over medium heat.
  7. Once thickened, remove from heat and transfer to a bowl. Allow to cool and then refrigerate until set.
  8. Spread pastry cream into the cooled tart shell and arrange fresh mixed fruits on top.
  9. Heat apricot preserves and water until melted, then brush over the fresh fruit.
  10. Chill the assembled tart in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, chill your ingredients and don't overmix the dough.

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