Name: Fresh Fruit Tart
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 2 h 25 min
Total time: 2 h 55 min
Ingredients: For the Tart Crust; 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour; ½ cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed); ¼ cup powdered sugar; 1 egg yolk; 1–2 tbsp cold water; Pinch of salt; For the Pastry Cream; 2 cups whole milk; ½ cup granulated sugar; 4 egg yolks; ¼ cup cornstarch; 2 tbsp butter; 1 tsp vanilla extract; For the Topping; 2–3 cups fresh fruit (strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, raspberries, mango, etc.); 2 tbsp apricot jam (for glaze); 1 tbsp water

Ingredients

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For the Tart Crust

1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)

1/4 cup powdered sugar

1 egg yolk

1-2 tbsp cold water

Pinch of salt

For the Pastry Cream

2 cups whole milk

1/2 cup granulated sugar

4 egg yolks

1/4 cup cornstarch

2 tbsp butter

1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Topping

2-3 cups fresh fruit (strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, raspberries, mango, etc.)

2 tbsp apricot jam (for glaze)

1 tbsp water

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Instructions

1. Make the Tart Crust

In a bowl, mix flour, powdered sugar, and salt.

Cut in cold butter until crumbly.

Add egg yolk and cold water, mixing until dough forms.

Shape into a disk, wrap, and chill for 30 minutes.

Roll out and press into a tart pan.

Prick bottom with a fork and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes until golden. Cool completely.

2. Prepare the Pastry Cream

Heat milk in a saucepan until just steaming.

In a bowl, whisk egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch.

Slowly pour warm milk into the mixture while whisking.

Return to heat and cook until thickened.

Remove from heat, stir in butter and vanilla.

Cool completely, then refrigerate.

3. Assemble the Tart

Spread chilled pastry cream evenly into the tart shell.

Arrange fresh fruit on top in a decorative pattern.

Heat apricot jam with water and brush lightly over fruit for a glossy finish.

Chill for at least 1–2 hours before serving.

Notes

💡 Cooking Tips

Use very cold butter for a flaky crust.
Blind bake with pie weights if your crust puffs up.
Chill pastry cream with plastic wrap directly on the surface to prevent a skin.
Slice fruit evenly for a polished, Pinterest-worthy look.
Brush glaze lightly—too much can make fruit soggy.

🔄 Variations

🍫 Chocolate Fruit Tart

Add melted dark chocolate to the pastry cream or drizzle on top.

🍋 Citrus Cream Tart

Replace vanilla with lemon or orange zest for a bright flavor.

🥥 Tropical Tart

Use coconut milk in the pastry cream and top with mango, pineapple, and kiwi.

🍓 Berry-Only Tart

Keep it simple with strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries for a classic look.

Author: Emma
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes + 2 hours

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 320
Sugar: 22g
Fat: 16g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 5g