Glazed Strawberry Tart
Indulge in the elegance of a Glazed Strawberry Tart, a show-stopping dessert that combines a buttery, homemade pastry crust, silky vanilla custard, and a crown of fresh, juicy strawberries. This stunning tart is elevated with a glossy apricot glaze that not only enhances its visual appeal but also adds a subtle sweetness to every bite. Perfect for entertaining or a weekend treat, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between a crisp crust and creamy filling, with the natural brightness of strawberries taking center stage. Easy-to-follow steps guide you through making the tart shell from scratch and crafting a rich custard that’s infused with real vanilla. Serve this chilled masterpiece for a refreshing, bakery-quality dessert that will impress friends and family alike. Keywords: glazed strawberry tart, fresh strawberries, homemade pastry crust, vanilla custard, apricot glaze, elegant dessert recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 125 grams unsalted butter
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 tablespoons cold water
- 500 milliliters whole milk
- 40 grams cornstarch
- 100 grams granulated sugar
- 4 large egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 500 grams fresh strawberries
- 3 tablespoons apricot jam
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
In a large bowl, combine the flour and sugar for the crust. Add the butter and rub it in with your fingertips until the mixture resembles bread crumbs.
Add the egg yolk and cold water to the flour mixture. Mix until the dough comes together. Wrap it in plastic wrap and chill for 20 minutes.
Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface and transfer it to a 9-inch tart pan. Trim the edges, prick the base with a fork, and chill for another 15 minutes.
Place parchment paper over the crust and fill with baking weights or dried beans. Bake the crust for 15 minutes, then remove the weights and bake for another 10 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool completely.
To make the custard, heat the milk in a saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. In a bowl, whisk the sugar, cornstarch, and egg yolks together until smooth.
Gradually pour the hot milk into the egg mixture while whisking constantly to temper the eggs. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until thickened (about 3-5 minutes).
Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Transfer the custard to a clean bowl, cover with plastic wrap directly on the surface, and cool to room temperature.
Spread the cooled custard evenly over the chilled tart crust.
Wash, hull, and halve the fresh strawberries. Arrange them decoratively on top of the custard.
In a small saucepan, heat the apricot jam and water over low heat until smooth and liquified. Brush this glaze over the strawberries to give them a glossy finish.
Refrigerate the tart for at least 1 hour before serving to allow it to set.
Slice and serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3457 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 150.2 g | 193% | |
| Saturated Fat | 80.7 g | 404% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1261 mg | 420% | |
| Sodium | 270 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 482.1 g | 175% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.0 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 242.0 g | ||
| Protein | 60.5 g | 121% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.9 mcg | 40% | |
| Calcium | 883 mg | 68% | |
| Iron | 16.1 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 1895 mg | 40% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
