Description
Indulge in the essence of summer with this exquisite tarte aux fraises, a classic French strawberry tart featuring a buttery shortcrust pastry, a smooth creamy filling, and vibrant fresh strawberries. Each slice is a celebration of flavors and textures, making it the perfect centerpiece for picnics, birthdays, or casual gatherings. This stunning dessert not only pleases the eye but also bursts with sweet and tangy goodness that will delight your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 tbsp cold water
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- ¼ cup powdered sugar (for filling)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh strawberries (sliced)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pastry: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Mix flour and powdered sugar in a bowl. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Stir in egg yolk and cold water to form dough. Roll out and fit into a tart pan. Trim excess.
- Blind Bake the Crust: Line crust with parchment paper and fill with pie weights. Bake for about 15 minutes until lightly golden. Cool completely.
- Make the Filling: Beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Assemble the Tarte: Spread the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust. Top with sliced strawberries in a decorative pattern.
- Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate for at least one hour before slicing to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve: Cut into wedges and enjoy chilled, optionally drizzled with strawberry puree or whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg