Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of summer with this Mixed Berry Tart featuring a luscious custard filling. A buttery tart crust cradles a creamy custard topped with a vibrant assortment of fresh berries, making it a perfect dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
For the tart crust:
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
- 1–2 tablespoons ice water
For the custard filling:
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
For the topping:
- 1 cup strawberries (sliced)
- 1/2 cup blueberries
- 1/2 cup raspberries
- 1 tablespoon apricot jam (optional, for glaze)
Instructions
- Make the crust: In a food processor, pulse together flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Add cold butter and pulse until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add ice water one tablespoon at a time, pulsing just until the dough holds together. Form into a disk, wrap in plastic, and chill for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Roll out the chilled dough and press it into a 9-inch tart pan. Trim excess dough and prick the bottom with a fork. Line with parchment and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for 15 minutes, remove weights, and bake for another 10 minutes or until lightly golden. Cool completely.
- Make the custard: In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and egg yolks. Gradually whisk in milk. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a gentle boil. Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla extract. Transfer to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap pressed directly on the surface, and chill until cool.
- Assemble the tart: Spoon the chilled custard into the cooled tart crust and smooth the top. Arrange the berries decoratively over the custard. If using, warm the apricot jam slightly and brush over the berries for a glossy finish. Chill for 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute the custard with vanilla pudding for a quicker version.
- Tart is best served the same day for freshest texture, but can be stored chilled for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
