Whipped Strawberry crust Tart

Whipped Strawberry Crust Tart

This Whipped Strawberry Crust Tart is a delightful dessert that combines the fresh, fruity flavor of strawberries with a buttery, crisp tart crust. Perfect for summer gatherings or any special occasion, this tart features a smooth whipped strawberry filling layered on a homemade crust, making it a true showstopper. Here’s how you can make it:

Ingredients

For the Tart Crust:

• ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
• ½ cup sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 large egg, room temperature
• 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ tsp salt

For the Whipped Strawberry Filling:

• 400 g fresh strawberries, quartered (about 2 ½ cups)
• ½ cup water or your favorite rosé
• ¾ cup sugar
• 2 tsp unflavored gelatin
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tbsp water
• 4 oz cream cheese, room temperature
• 1 ½ cups heavy cream

Directions

To Make the Crust:

1. Cream the Butter and Sugar:
   • In a medium bowl, cream together the butter and sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 4-5 minutes.
   • Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
2. Prepare the Dough:
   • Gradually add the flour and salt to the butter mixture. Mix until a soft dough forms.
   • Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead gently to bring the dough together, then form it into a disc.
   • Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1-2 hours, or overnight.
3. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Lightly spray a 9-inch tart pan with baking spray.
4. Roll and Bake the Crust:
   • On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to a ¼” thickness.
   • Transfer the rolled dough to the tart pan, trim any excess, and dock the bottom with a fork.
   • Chill the prepared crust for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
   • Par bake the crust with pie weights on a sheet pan for 20 minutes. Remove the weights and parchment, and let the crust cool slightly.

To Make the Filling:

1. Prepare the Strawberry Puree:
   • In a blender, puree the strawberries with ½ cup water (or rosé).
   • Pour the puree into a saucepan and cook with the sugar and gelatin over medium heat, stirring until the gelatin and sugar are dissolved.
2. Thicken the Strawberry Mixture:
   • In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 1 tbsp water until smooth.
   • Add the cornstarch mixture to the strawberry sauce, and cook until the mixture thickens. Allow it to cool in the refrigerator.
3. Make the Whipped Cream Cheese Mixture:
   • In a mixer, whip the cream cheese until smooth.
   • Gradually add the heavy cream, continuing to whip until stiff peaks form.
   • Mix in the cooled strawberry sauce until well combined.
4. Assemble the Tart:
   • Layer half of the strawberry mixture into the cooled tart crust.
   • Chill the tart in the refrigerator until the strawberry layer is set.
   • Spread the whipped cream mixture over the strawberry layer.
   • Chill for 2-3 hours or overnight to set.
5. Garnish and Serve:
   • Before serving, garnish with fresh strawberries, pineberries, meringue cookies, or additional whipped cream if desired.

Prep Time

25 minutes

Cooking Time

20 minutes

Total Time

3 hours (includes chilling)

Servings

8

Calories

Approximately 390 kcal per serving

This Whipped Strawberry Crust Tart is sure to impress with its creamy filling and crisp, buttery crust. Perfect for a sweet finish to any meal, it’s as delicious as it is beautiful. Enjoy!

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