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Summer Fruit Tart

Summer Fruit Tart

Summer Fruit Tart is a delightful combination of flaky puff pastry, creamy filling, and an array of fresh summer fruits. This dessert captures the essence of summer with its vibrant colors and refreshing flavors, making it perfect for gatherings, picnics, or a sweet indulgence at home. Easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this visually stunning tart will surely impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings. Mix and match seasonal fruits like peaches, berries, and nectarines for endless variations. Whether served at a barbecue or a birthday party, this tart is bound to be a hit!

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 batch 15-Minute Puff Pastry
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1/3 cup cream cheese
  • 1 Tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 4 Tbsp fine turbinado sugar
  • 3 peaches (or nectarines)
  • 1 handful strawberries
  • 1 handful raspberries
  • 1 handful blackberries
  • 1 handful blueberries
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
  2. Roll out puff pastry into a rectangle and place it on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Create an egg wash by whisking the egg yolk with water; brush over the pastry edges.
  4. Puncture holes in the dough with a fork and add weights (like beans) in the center.
  5. Bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown; cool completely on a wire rack.
  6. In a bowl, whisk together cream cheese, lime juice, and turbinado sugar until smooth.
  7. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust.
  8. Arrange sliced peaches on top followed by an assortment of berries.
  9. Garnish with mint leaves before serving.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: Use ripe seasonal fruits for the best flavor. Chill cream cheese before mixing for easier spreading. Experiment with different fruit combinations or add spices like cinnamon for extra flavor.

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