Fresh Fruit Tart: A Beautiful and Delicious Dessert

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>>>Get the Recipe in Details: Fruit tart on a white plate

Ingredients:

• For the Crust:
• • 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • ⅔ cup powdered sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 12 tablespoons cold salted butter, cut into chunks
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 tablespoon heavy cream
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• For the Pastry Cream:
• • 1 ½ cups whole milk
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup granulated sugar (divided)
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 5 egg yolks
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla bean paste
• For the Topping:
• • 3 kiwis, peeled and sliced
  • 12 strawberries, hulled and halved
  • ½ cup mandarin oranges, drained
  • ½ cup blueberries
  • ¼ cup raspberries
  • ½ cup apricot preserves (or apple jelly, warmed)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Crust:
2. • In a food processor, combine flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Add the cold butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
   • In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk, heavy cream, and vanilla extract. Add this to the flour mixture and pulse until the dough comes together.
   • Press the dough into a tart pan, ensuring it is evenly distributed. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
   • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the crust for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Let it cool completely.
3. Make the Pastry Cream:
4. • In a medium saucepan, heat the milk and heavy cream until just boiling. Remove from heat.
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together half of the sugar, salt, cornstarch, and egg yolks until smooth.
   • Gradually add the hot milk mixture to the egg mixture, whisking constantly. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened.
   • Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla bean paste. Let the pastry cream cool, then refrigerate until ready to use.
5. Assemble the Tart:
6. • Spread the cooled pastry cream evenly over the cooled crust.
   • Arrange the sliced kiwis, strawberries, mandarin oranges, blueberries, and raspberries on top of the pastry cream in a decorative pattern.
   • Warm the apricot preserves and brush over the fruit to give it a glossy finish.
7. Serve:
8. • Place the fruit tart on a white plate for a beautiful presentation. Slice and serve immediately.

Conclusion

This fresh fruit tart is a delightful and visually stunning dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of the buttery crust, creamy pastry filling, and vibrant fresh fruits creates a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself, this fruit tart is sure to impress and satisfy. Enjoy! 🍓🥝🍊

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