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Strawberry Tart

Strawberry Tart

Indulge in the delightful experience of making a Strawberry Tart that combines a buttery, flaky crust with a luscious cream cheese filling and fresh strawberries. This visually stunning dessert is perfect for any celebration or a sweet treat at home. With just 10 simple ingredients, you’ll create a dessert that not only pleases the palate but also dazzles the eyes, making it an ideal centerpiece for any occasion. The tart’s vibrant colors and rich flavors will surely impress your guests and leave them wanting more.

  • Total Time: 58 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 8

Ingredients

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  • 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup cold unsalted butter (cubed)
  • 6 tablespoons ice water
  • ½ cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 blocks cream cheese (room temperature)
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1 pound fresh strawberries (hulled and sliced)

Instructions

  1. In a food processor, pulse together flour, sugar, and salt. Add cold butter and pulse until crumbly. Drizzle in ice water, pulsing until the mixture holds together. Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  2. Preheat oven to 400°F. Roll out dough into a circle and transfer to a tart pan. Poke holes in the bottom, line with parchment paper, and add pie weights. Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown; cool completely.
  3. In a bowl, beat cream cheese with sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth. Fold in whipped cream gently.
  4. Fill cooled tart shell with the cream cheese mixture; top with sliced strawberries and glaze with red currant jam mixed with water.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 28 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 27g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 64mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider infusing your cream cheese mixture with vanilla bean or almond extract. If fresh strawberries aren't available, you can use other berries like raspberries or blueberries.

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