American Flag Fruit Tart
The ultimate summer dessert, the American Flag Fruit Tart features a flaky crust topped with fresh strawberries and blueberries. This colorful treat is perfect for celebrations and easy to make. Whip one up for your next gathering!
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Frying Pan
- Whisk
- Baking Sheet
- Food Processor
- Oven
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups All-Purpose Flour
- ½ cup Powdered Sugar
- ¼ teaspoon Salt
- 9 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- 1 large Egg Yolk
Instructions
- To make the crust, put the flour, powdered sugar, and salt in a food processor and pulse to combine.
- Add the butter and pulse until the mixture resembles cornmeal with some pea-sized chunks.
- Whisk the egg yolk, and add it a little at a time, pulsing after each addition.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured work surface and gently knead until any extra flour is incorporated.
- Press the dough into an 11-inch greased tart pan with a removable bottom. Freeze the crust for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
- Top with a piece of non-stick foil or buttered foil and press it onto the surface.
- Place the tart pan on a baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
- Remove to a wire rack to cool completely.
- When the crust is cooled, make the filling by placing all the filling ingredients in a bowl and beat until the mixture is smooth.
- Scrape into the tart shell and smooth the top with an offset spatula.
- To decorate, select the biggest blueberries and cut strawberries in half, removing the stems and hulls.
- Whip cream with powdered sugar and pipe some rows of cream across the surface, leaving enough space between the cream for rows of strawberries.
- Add strawberry halves, cut side down, in rows, then fill the open area with rows of blueberries.
- Keep chilled until you serve.
Notes
- Tip 1: Keep the tart refrigerated to maintain freshness. It’s best enjoyed within 2 to 3 days.
- Tip 2: While the assembled tart doesn’t freeze well, you can freeze the crust. Just thaw it before adding the filling and fruit.
- Tip 3: Serve with vanilla ice cream or a side of whipped cream for an extra treat.
- Tip 4: For an impressive look, use a piping bag to create decorative patterns with the cream.
- Tip 5: Feel free to experiment with other fruits like kiwi or raspberries.