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Tarte aux Fraises

Irresistible Tarte aux Fraises: A Slice of French Bliss

Tarte aux Fraises is a classic French dessert featuring a buttery crust, velvety vanilla cream, and fresh strawberries.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry Cream
  • 1 each Vanilla Bean or 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • 6 tablespoons Sugar or honey/maple syrup as alternatives
  • 1.33 cups Milk any dairy or dairy-free milk
  • 4 each Egg Yolks or 1 tablespoon ground flax + 2.5 tablespoons water for a vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch or arrowroot powder for a gluten-free alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Butter omit for a dairy-free option
For the Crust
  • 1 9-inch Pâte Sucrée or Pâte Sablée Crust use a store-bought shortcrust for convenience
For the Topping
  • 1 pint Strawberries fresh, can swap with other berries
  • 2 tablespoons Strawberry or Apricot Jam or honey/maple syrup for glazing

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the pastry cream by splitting the vanilla bean and heating with sugar and milk until just about to simmer.
  2. Whisk together the egg yolks and remaining sugar until light and fluffy, then incorporate cornstarch mixed with some warm milk.
  3. Combine the hot milk with the egg yolk mixture, then cook over low heat until thickened and stir in butter.
  4. Spread the cooled pastry cream evenly in the pre-baked tart crust.
  5. Wash and slice the strawberries, then arrange them artfully on top of the pastry cream.
  6. Melt the jam with water and brush this glaze over the strawberries.
  7. Chill the tart for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Serve with whipped cream for anextra treat and ensure to use fresh strawberries for the best flavor.

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