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Strawberry Tart

A strawberry tart is a classic, elegant dessert made with a buttery, crisp tart crust filled with smooth pastry cream and topped with fresh, juicy strawberries. It’s the perfect balance of creamy, sweet, and fruity flavors. This dessert looks stunning on any table and is surprisingly simple to put together, making it ideal for spring gatherings, brunches, or special occasions. Whether you glaze it for extra shine or keep it rustic, a strawberry tart always feels fresh and irresistibly delicious.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Dessert
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust:
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup unsalted butter room temp
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
For the filling:
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy cream chilled
For the topping:
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries sliced
  • Optional: a little strawberry jam or honey to glaze

Method
 

Make the Crust:
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Add butter and mix until crumbly.
  3. Add egg yolk and vanilla extract, and mix until dough forms. Roll dough and press into a 9-inch tart pan.
  4. Prick the bottom with a fork and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown. Let it cool completely.
Make the Filling:
  1. Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  2. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream to soft peaks. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth and fluffy.
Assemble the Tart:
  1. Once the crust is cooled, spread the cream cheese filling evenly on top.
  2. Arrange the sliced strawberries on top in a pattern you like.
  3. Optionally, brush with strawberry jam or honey for a glossy finish.
Chill and Serve:
  1. Refrigerate for 1 hour to allow the tart to set. Slice and serve!

Notes

  • If you’re short on time, you can always use store-bought tart crust or even puff pastry. I get it—life is busy!
  • Feel free to switch up the fruit—raspberries or blueberries would work perfectly if you're not a strawberry person.
  • Make sure your cream cheese is softened before you start mixing. No one wants lumpy filling!