Summer is all about freshness and color, and there’s no better way to capture those qualities in a dessert than with a delightful summer tart.

With a buttery crust, a luscious filling, and fresh fruit toppings, a summer tart will become the star of any picnic or BBQ.

Ingredients

For the crust:.

1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
3-4 tbsp ice water

For the filling:.

1 cup heavy cream
1 cup milk
3/4 cup granulated sugar
4 egg yolks
1/3 cup cornstarch
1 tsp vanilla extract

For the toppings:.

Fresh fruits of your choice (strawberries, blueberries, peaches, etc.)
1/4 cup apricot jam
1 tbsp water

Directions

1. Make the crust

In a food processor, pulse the flour and salt until combined. Add the cubed butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse sand. Add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, and pulse until the dough comes together.

Turn the dough out onto a clean surface and form it into a disc. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.

2. Preheat the oven

Preheat the oven to 375°F. Roll out the dough on a floured surface and transfer it to a 9-inch tart pan. Press the dough into the bottom and up the sides of the pan. Trim off any excess dough and prick the bottom of the crust with a fork.

Line the crust with parchment paper and fill it with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for 15 minutes, then remove the weights and parchment paper and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the crust is golden brown. Let cool completely.

3. Make the filling

In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream and milk until just simmering. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, egg yolks, cornstarch, and vanilla extract. Slowly pour the hot cream mixture into the bowl with the egg mixture, whisking constantly.

Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until thickened, about 5-7 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes.

4. Assemble the tart

Pour the filling into the cooled crust and smooth it out with a spatula. Chill the tart in the fridge for at least 4 hours, or overnight.

5. Add the fruit toppings

Arrange the fresh fruits over the top of the tart in a decorative pattern. In a small saucepan, heat the apricot jam and water until melted and smooth. Brush the jam mixture over the fruits to give them a glossy finish.

Conclusion

This summer tart recipe is guaranteed to impress your guests with its delicious flavors and beautiful appearance. Whether you choose to top it with strawberries, blueberries, or peaches, this tart will be the perfect dessert for any summer occasion.

Enjoy!.