Description

Indulge in the delightful experience of crafting a Strawberry Tart, a dessert that beautifully balances elegance and taste. This tart features a buttery, flaky crust filled with a luscious cream cheese mixture and topped with vibrant, fresh strawberries. Perfect for any gathering—from summer picnics to cozy family dinners—this recipe is simple enough for beginners yet impressive enough to delight guests. With only 10 key ingredients, you can create a stunning centerpiece that not only looks fabulous but also provides a burst of flavor in every bite.

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 (8-ounce) blocks cream cheese (room temperature)
⅓ cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 pound fresh strawberries (hulled and sliced)

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Instructions

Prepare the Dough: In a food processor, pulse flour, sugar, and salt. Add butter until crumbly. Mix in ice water until combined. Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least an hour.
Bake the Crust: Preheat oven to 400°F. Roll out dough into a circle and fit it into a tart pan. Poke holes in the base, line with parchment paper, add weights, and bake for 20 minutes. Remove weights and bake for an additional 5-8 minutes until golden.
Make the Filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add lemon juice and vanilla extract. Whip heavy cream and fold gently into the cream cheese mixture.
Assemble the Tart: Spread filling evenly over cooled crust, arrange strawberries on top, and brush with warmed jam mixed with water.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 350
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 210mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 60mg