Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Tarte aux Fraises, a classic French dessert that showcases a buttery cookie crust filled with creamy vanilla pastry cream and topped with fresh, juicy strawberries. This stunning tart is perfect for summer picnics, family gatherings, or romantic dinners, bringing a refreshing elegance to any occasion. With its vibrant colors and rich flavors, each slice promises a taste of France that will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth. Plus, it’s easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time, allowing you to enjoy more moments with your loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 vanilla bean
- 6 tablespoons sugar (divided)
- 1 1/3 cups milk (divided)
- 4 egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon butter
- 9-inch baked pâte sucrée or pâte sablee tart crust
- 1 pint strawberries
- 2 tablespoons strawberry or apricot jam
Instructions
- Make the pastry cream by combining the vanilla bean seeds with sugar and milk in a saucepan. Heat until dissolved.
- Whisk egg yolks with remaining sugar until lightened in color. Add cornstarch mixed with cold milk.
- Slowly mix hot milk into the egg mixture and return to heat until thickened.
- Remove from heat, whisk in butter, then cool completely.
- Spread cooled pastry cream into the tart shell and top with sliced strawberries.
- Brush with warmed jam for a glossy finish.
- Chill before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg