Easy Fruit Tarts
These easy fruit tarts have a crisp pastry shell filled with smooth vanilla custard cream and topped with fresh seasonal fruit. Each tart takes about 45 minutes to make and can be assembled a few hours ahead, making them a reliable option for gatherings or afternoon tea.
Equipment
- Tart Pans
- Rolling pin
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
- Oven
Ingredients
For the Pastry Shells:
- 1 package premade puff pastry preferably all-butter
For the Custard Filling:
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract pure
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 3 pieces egg yolks
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
For the Fruit Topping:
- 1 cup assorted fresh fruits such as berries, kiwi, or mango, sliced or diced
- 1 sprig mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the Pastry Shells: Roll out the puff pastry and cut it into circles slightly larger than your tart pans. Press the pastry into each pan and bake for 10 minutes or until golden and crispy.
- Make the Custard: In a medium saucepan, heat the milk and vanilla over medium heat until steaming. Whisk together the sugar, egg yolks, and cornstarch in a bowl until smooth. Gradually add the hot milk to the egg mixture, then return to the saucepan. Cook, stirring constantly until thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Cool and Assemble: Allow the custard to cool slightly before spooning it into the baked pastry shells. Top each tart with an assortment of fresh fruits.
Notes
Tammy’s Tips:
- For a twist, add a touch of almond extract to the custard.
- Use seasonal fruits for the freshest flavors and vibrant colors.
- To keep the custard from forming a skin, cover it directly with plastic wrap while cooling.
Nutrition
Calories: 477kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 7gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 178mgPotassium: 158mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 84mgIron: 2mg
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