Low Fat Classic Cherry Tart
Indulge in the delightful flavors of a **Low Fat Classic Cherry Tart**, a guilt-free twist on a timeless dessert! This recipe combines a light and flaky yogurt-enriched crust with a luscious filling of fresh, juicy cherries kissed with vanilla and a splash of tart lemon juice. With just 40 grams of butter and the natural sweetness of ripe cherries, this treat comes together beautifully without sacrificing flavor. Perfectly balanced with a touch of cornstarch for a silky texture, this tart is baked to golden perfection, making it a crowd-pleasing centerpiece for any gathering. Ready in just over an hour and serving up to 8, it’s your go-to healthier dessert option for satisfying those sweet cravings while keeping things light.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 180 grams all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons cold water
- 80 grams low-fat Greek yogurt
- 40 grams unsalted butter
- 70 grams granulated sugar
- 450 grams fresh cherries, pitted and halved
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Mix well.
Add the unsalted butter in small cubes. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, blend the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
Stir in the low-fat Greek yogurt and mix until the dough can be gathered into a ball.
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
While the dough is chilling, preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
In another bowl, combine the fresh cherries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Mix to ensure the cherries are well coated.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to fit a 9-inch tart pan. Press the dough gently into the pan, trimming any excess overhang.
Arrange the cherry mixture evenly across the base of the tart shell.
Place the tart onto a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cherries are bubbling.
Once baked, remove the tart from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1657 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.1 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.7 g | 108% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 98 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 1219 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 305.4 g | 111% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.3 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 137.9 g | ||
| Protein | 30.5 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 166 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 1329 mg | 28% | |
*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.
