Description
Tarte aux Fraises is a delightful French strawberry tart that combines a buttery, flaky crust with a rich, creamy filling and fresh strawberries on top. Perfect for any occasion, this stunning dessert captures the essence of summer in every bite. With its vibrant colors and harmonious blend of flavors, Tarte aux Fraises is sure to impress your guests while bringing back nostalgic memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3–4 tbsp ice water
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (sifted)
- 1 tsp agar-agar powder
- 2 cups fresh strawberries (hulled and sliced)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix flour and sugar. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Gradually add ice water until dough forms.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick. Place it in a tart pan and trim excess dough.
- Bake the crust for 20 minutes or until golden brown; let cool completely.
- Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form, then add powdered sugar and whip until stiff peaks form.
- Dissolve agar-agar in warm water according to package instructions; fold into whipped cream.
- Fill the cooled crust with the creamy mixture and top with sliced strawberries. Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: - Substitute other berries like blueberries or raspberries for a different flavor profile. - Add lemon zest to the filling for an extra zing. - Store leftovers in the refrigerator covered for up to three days.