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Strawberry Vanilla Tart

This tart features a buttery, crisp crust filled with fresh, juicy strawberries and a lightly sweetened glaze. The dish emphasizes simple assembly and minimal baking, resulting in a bright, inviting presentation with a tender crust and glazed fruit topping.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine dessert
Servings 8
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Rolling pin

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour for the crust
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold, cut into cubes
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar for the crust
  • 1 large egg yolk for binding the crust
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract in the crust
  • 1 pint fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
  • 1/4 cup honey for glaze
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice for glaze
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted, for glaze

Instructions
 

  • In a mixing bowl, combine flour and sugar. Add cold, cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or fingertips to cut in until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Mix in egg yolk and vanilla extract until the dough begins to come together. Press the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic, and chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
    1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup unsalted butter, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 large egg yolk, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to fit a tart pan. Carefully transfer the crust to the pan, pressing into the edges. Dock the bottom with a fork and bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown. Remove and cool completely.
    1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • Meanwhile, prepare the strawberry topping by slicing the strawberries uniformly. In a small saucepan, combine honey, lemon juice, and melted butter. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring until the mixture thickens slightly and becomes glossy, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
    1/4 cup honey, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • Arrange the sliced strawberries evenly over the cooled tart crust, creating a colorful and inviting pattern. Drizzle the warm glaze over the strawberries, allowing it to seep into the fruit for shine and flavor.
    1 pint fresh strawberries, 1/4 cup honey
  • Optional: Chill the tart in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to set the glaze and enhance flavor. Serve at room temperature or slightly cooled, with visible glossy strawberries and a crisp crust.