Tarte aux fraises de saison
A delightful fresh strawberry tart that beautifully captures the essence of summer with creamy richness and natural sweetness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 160 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 pre-made tart crust
- 2 cups fresh strawberries
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven according to the crust package instructions. Place the tart crust in the oven and bake until golden brown. Let it cool completely before filling.
- Combine water, sugar, and cornstarch in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly until thick and glossy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Allow to cool for a few minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Whip the heavy cream in a mixing bowl using an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
- Fold the whipped cream into the cooled cornstarch mixture gently until completely combined.
- Rinse and slice the strawberries. Arrange them evenly over the cooled tart crust.
- Pour the cream mixture over the strawberries, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Place the tart in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
Always use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor. Cover the tart loosely when storing in the fridge to avoid moisture buildup.