Description
Indulge in the elegance of Strawberry Rose Tart with Custard Cream, a stunning dessert that elevates any occasion. Featuring a buttery tart crust filled with velvety pastry cream and topped with fresh strawberries arranged in a beautiful rose pattern, this dessert is ideal for birthdays, anniversaries, or simply treating yourself. The delightful combination of flavors and the impressive presentation will leave your guests in awe. Plus, it’s versatile enough for everyday delights or special gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- 1–2 tbsp ice water
- 2 cups whole milk
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 4 large egg yolks
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cups fresh strawberries (thinly sliced)
- 2 tbsp apricot jam (for glaze)
- 1 tbsp warm water
Instructions
- Make the tart crust by pulsing flour, butter, and powdered sugar in a food processor. Add egg yolk and ice water until dough forms. Chill dough for 30 minutes before rolling it out into a tart pan.
- Pre-bake the crust at 350°F for about 15-18 minutes until golden.
- Prepare custard cream by heating milk and whisking together sugar, egg yolks, and cornstarch. Slowly combine with warm milk and cook until thickened. Stir in vanilla extract and butter; let cool.
- Spread custard over cooled crust and arrange sliced strawberries to form a rose pattern.
- Brush apricot jam mixed with warm water over strawberries for shine. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 119g)
- Calories: 315
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Ensure all ingredients are cold when making the crust for flakiness. Use even slices of strawberries to create an appealing design. Allow sufficient time for chilling to set the custard properly.