Nut-Free Classic Cherry Tart
Delight in the timeless charm of our Nut-Free Classic Cherry Tart, a dessert that combines a buttery, flaky crust with a luscious cherry filling. Perfect for those avoiding nuts, this recipe showcases the natural sweetness and vibrant flavor of pitted cherries, enhanced with a hint of lemon juice and vanilla. The crust, made from scratch with chilled butter and a touch of sugar, delivers the ideal crisp texture, while a golden egg-wash finish ensures it looks as stunning as it tastes. Ideal for celebrations or everyday indulgence, this tart is baked to perfection in under an hour and serves up to eight. Whether you're entertaining guests or treating yourself, this nut-free treat is destined to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.75 cups Unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 3 tablespoons Ice water
- 4 cups Pitted cherries (fresh or frozen)
- 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 Egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon Whole milk
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar, and salt.
Add the chilled, cubed butter into the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Drizzle in the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently with a fork until the dough begins to clump together. Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic, and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
While the dough is chilling, prepare the cherry filling. In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the pitted cherries, 0.75 cups of granulated sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
Stir the cherry mixture frequently until it thickens and comes to a gentle boil. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to fit a 9-inch tart pan. Press the dough onto the bottom and up the sides of the pan. Trim any excess dough.
Pour the cooled cherry filling into the prepared crust and spread evenly.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and milk. Brush this mixture over the edges of the tart crust for a golden finish.
Place the tart in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
Allow the tart to cool completely before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3338 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 152.8 g | 196% | |
| Saturated Fat | 93.3 g | 466% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 574 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 1224 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 476.6 g | 173% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.4 g | 87% | |
| Total Sugars | 297.7 g | ||
| Protein | 33.4 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 211 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 2337 mg | 50% | |
*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.
