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Vanilla Custard & Strawberry Tart

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This elegant Vanilla Custard Strawberry Tart features a buttery, golden tart crust filled with luscious vanilla custard and crowned with juicy, fresh strawberries. A stunning fruit tart that’s perfect for spring and summer gatherings, this fresh fruit dessert delivers a beautiful presentation and rich flavor. Serve this delightful strawberry tart as a showstopping summer dessert everyone will remember.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 2–3 tbsp cold water
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for custard)
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1 lb fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
  • 1/4 cup apricot jam (for glaze)
  • 1 tbsp water (to thin jam)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine flour and sugar. Cut in the chilled butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  2. Add egg yolk and cold water gradually, mixing until dough forms. Shape into a disc, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out dough on a floured surface and fit into a 9-inch tart pan. Prick the bottom with a fork.
  4. Line crust with parchment paper and pie weights. Bake for 15 minutes, remove weights, and bake for another 10 minutes or until golden. Cool completely.
  5. For custard: Heat milk in a saucepan until just simmering. In a bowl, whisk sugar, cornstarch, and egg yolks until smooth.
  6. Slowly pour hot milk into the egg mixture while whisking, then return to the saucepan. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly until thickened.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla. Let cool slightly, then pour into the cooled crust. Refrigerate until set (about 2 hours).
  8. Arrange halved strawberries on top of the custard.
  9. In a small saucepan, heat apricot jam with water until melted. Brush over strawberries for a glossy finish.
  10. Chill tart until ready to serve.

Notes

  • Ensure custard is fully cooled before topping with strawberries to prevent wilting.
  • Substitute apricot jam with any light-colored jam for the glaze.
  • Best served the same day for optimal freshness and texture.

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