Description
Indulge in the delight of a classic French dessert with this elegant tarte aux fraises. Featuring a flaky, buttery crust topped with fresh strawberries, this tart is perfect for summer picnics or intimate gatherings. The vibrant colors and sweet flavors create an irresistible centerpiece that promises to impress everyone. With straightforward steps, even novice bakers can craft this show-stopping dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 3 to 5 tablespoons ice water
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- ¼ cup strawberry jam
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Add cold butter and blend until crumbly. Gradually add ice water until the dough holds together. Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least one hour.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the chilled dough into a circle and place it in a tart pan. Prick the bottom with a fork and bake for about 20 minutes until golden. Let cool.
- Assemble the tart: Spread strawberry jam over the cooled crust. Arrange sliced strawberries on top creatively and brush lightly with more jam if desired.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg