Description
Indulge in the exquisite Strawberry Rose Tart with Custard Cream, a dessert that combines visual beauty with delightful flavors. This elegant tart features a buttery crust, a creamy custard filling, and a stunning arrangement of fresh strawberries designed to resemble delicate roses. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or any special occasion, this tart not only impresses guests but also offers a refreshing taste that embodies the essence of spring and summer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- 2 cups whole milk
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 4 large egg yolks
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 2 cups fresh strawberries (thinly sliced)
- 2 tbsp apricot jam (for glaze)
Instructions
- For the tart crust: In a food processor, blend flour, butter, and powdered sugar until crumbly. Add egg yolk and ice water until dough forms. Chill for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out chilled dough into a tart pan and bake for 15 minutes until golden brown.
- For the custard cream: Warm milk in a saucepan. Whisk together sugar, egg yolks, and cornstarch in another bowl. Gradually add warm milk while whisking. Cook over low heat until thickened; stir in vanilla extract and butter. Allow to cool.
- Assemble: Spread custard cream on cooled tart crust. Arrange sliced strawberries on top in concentric circles.
- Glaze: Mix apricot jam with warm water; brush over strawberries for shine. Chill before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg