Easy Fruit Tart
Easy homemade fruit tart recipe with crispy pastry, creamy filling, and fresh berries. Perfect dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 8 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 3 to 4 tablespoons ice water
- 1 cup whole milk Greek yogurt
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 2 tablespoons apricot jam, warmed
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar for dusting
- Zest of 1 medium lemon
Instructions
- 1
Combine flour, salt, and granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl, whisking together until evenly distributed.
- 2
Cut the cold butter cubes into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingertips until the texture resembles coarse breadcrumbs with pea-sized pieces remaining.
- 3
Sprinkle ice water over the mixture one tablespoon at a time, gently tossing with a fork until the dough just comes together without overworking.
- 4
Form the dough into a flat disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 45 minutes until firm.
- 5
Preheat your oven to 400°F and roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to fit a 9-inch tart pan with a removable bottom.
- 6
Press the dough evenly into the tart pan, prick the bottom with a fork, and bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the edges turn light golden brown.
- 7
Cool the pastry shell completely on a wire rack at room temperature for about 20 minutes.
- 8
Whisk together Greek yogurt, honey, vanilla extract, and cornstarch in a medium bowl until completely smooth and free of lumps.
- 9
Spread the yogurt custard evenly across the cooled pastry shell, smoothing the surface with a spatula.
- 10
Arrange the fresh blueberries, strawberries, and raspberries across the top of the tart in an attractive pattern.
- 11
Combine the warmed apricot jam with fresh lemon juice, then brush this glaze gently over the fruit to create shine and seal in moisture.
- 12
Dust the finished tart lightly with powdered sugar and sprinkle with fresh lemon zest for brightness.
- 13
Refrigerate the completed tart for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and filling to set.
Variations & Substitutions
| Ingredient | Substitute | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| All-purpose flour in crust | Whole wheat pastry flour or spelt flour | Whole grains provide more fiber and nutrients while maintaining a tender crumb when using softer wheat varieties |
| Granulated sugar | Coconut sugar or pure maple syrup | These alternatives have a lower glycemic index and add subtle depth while reducing refined sugar consumption |
| Unsalted butter in crust | Coconut oil or ghee | These fats create equally flaky pastry while offering different fatty acid profiles that may support better digestion |
| Greek yogurt custard filling | Silken tofu blended with vanilla and honey | Tofu provides creaminess with less saturated fat and additional plant-based protein while remaining dairy-free |
| Apricot jam glaze | Pure fruit reduction or honey-lemon glaze | Fruit reductions provide shine without added pectin and refined sugars, keeping the dessert closer to whole foods |
| Mixed conventional berries | Organic or locally-sourced seasonal berries | Organic berries reduce pesticide exposure and seasonal varieties support local agriculture while offering peak flavor |
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Nutrition Information
Per serving (serves 8)
| Calories | 255 |
| Total Fat | 10g |
| Saturated Fat | 5g |
| Cholesterol | 15mg |
| Sodium | 110mg |
| Carbohydrates | 36g |
| Fiber | 3g |
| Sugar | 18g |
| Protein | 5g |
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