Classic French Fruit Tart

Classic French Fruit Tart

A buttery tart shell filled with creamy custard and topped with fresh seasonal fruits.

30 mins

Prep Time

25 mins

Cook Time

8

Servings

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 2 tbsp ice water
  • 1 1/2 cups pastry cream
  • 2 cups mixed fresh fruits (strawberries, kiwi, blueberries, raspberries)
  • 1/4 cup apricot jam (for glaze)

Nutrition Facts

320Calories
5gProtein
35gCarbs
18gFat

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Instructions

1

Make the tart dough: In a food processor, pulse flour, sugar, and cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add egg yolk and ice water, pulsing until dough comes together.

2

Chill the dough: Form into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (up to 2 days).

3

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out dough on floured surface to fit a 9-inch tart pan. Press into pan and trim edges. Prick bottom with fork.

4

Blind bake: Line crust with parchment and fill with pie weights or beans. Bake for 15 minutes. Remove weights and bake 10 more minutes until golden. Cool completely.

5

Fill the tart: Spread cooled pastry cream evenly in the baked tart shell.

6

Arrange fruits: Decoratively place washed and dried fruits over the cream in concentric circles or artistic pattern.

7

Glaze: Heat apricot jam with 1 tbsp water until melted. Brush gently over fruits for shiny finish. Chill 1 hour before serving.

Chef's Tips

  • Dough Tip: Keep all ingredients cold for flakiest crust. Handle dough as little as possible.
  • Fruit Selection: Use seasonal fruits at peak ripeness for best flavor and appearance.
  • Pastry Cream: Make cream a day ahead for easier assembly.
  • Serving: For clean slices, dip knife in hot water before cutting each piece.
  • Storage: Best eaten same day, but can be refrigerated up to 2 days (crust may soften).
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