Cherry Tart
A classic cherry tart with a crisp, buttery crust and a sweet-tart cherry filling. This elegant dessert is perfect for showcasing fresh or frozen cherries year-round.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- all-purpose flour
- unsalted butter
- granulated sugar
- salt
- egg yolk
- cold water
- fresh or frozen cherries
- cornstarch
- lemon juice
- vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt, then cut in cold butter until crumbly.
- Add egg yolk and cold water, mixing until dough forms. Shape into a disk, wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Roll out dough and press into a tart pan, trim edges, and prick the base with a fork. Chill for 10–15 minutes.
- Blind bake the crust for about 15 minutes, then set aside.
- In a saucepan, cook cherries, sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch until thick and glossy. Stir in vanilla extract and cool slightly.
- Pour filling into the crust and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until filling is set.
- Cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Add a crumb topping or lattice crust for variation.
- Incorporate almond extract for extra flavor.
- Mix in berries like raspberries or blueberries.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Bring to room temperature or warm slightly before serving.
- Freeze after baking and thaw before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 340 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
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