Description
This fresh cherry tart shows off juicy cherries and a creamy vanilla custard in a simple press-in crust. It is a great dessert for spring baking.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla powder
- 1 pound fresh cherries pitted and halved
Instructions
- Heat oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch tart pan with a removable bottom.
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt, then stir in melted butter until a soft dough forms.
- Press the dough evenly into the bottom and sides of the tart pan.
- Bake the crust for 15 minutes until lightly set, then remove from the oven.
- In a saucepan, whisk milk, egg yolks, sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla powder until smooth.
- Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until thickened and just beginning to bubble, about 5 minutes.
- Pour custard into the warm crust and spread evenly.
- Arrange cherries cut side down over the custard.
- Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the custard is set and the cherries are soft.
- Cool completely at room temperature before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Allow the tart to cool fully so the custard sets cleanly for neat slices.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American