Fresh fruit tart and pastry cream
What does it include?
Ingredients
- 1 sheet of shortcrust pastry
- 500 ml of milk
- 100g sugar
- 50g flour
- 3 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
- Assorted fresh fruits to decorate
How to prepare it step by step?
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 180°C and bake the shortcrust pastry for 15 minutes until golden and crispy.
- In a saucepan, heat the milk with the vanilla essence, stirring occasionally to prevent boiling.
- In a bowl, whisk the eggs with the sugar and flour until smooth and lump-free.
- Gradually add the hot milk to the egg mixture, whisking constantly to combine.
- Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Pour the cream over the baked base, smoothing it with a spatula for an even layer.
- Allow to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set the cream.
- Garnish with uniformly cut fresh fruits for an appealing presentation.
- Optional: brush a light jam glaze over the fruits for added shine and protection.
- Serve chilled, savoring the fresh, creamy, and colorful dessert.
Full description
Indulge in this vibrant and delectable tart, featuring a buttery, flaky shortcrust pastry base that offers a delightful crunch. The heart of this dessert is a silky, vanilla-infused pastry cream that envelops the senses with its creamy texture and aromatic essence. Crowned with an array of fresh, seasonal fruits, each slice is a burst of natural sweetness and color, making it a visual and gastronomic delight. Perfect for a refreshing summer treat, this tart harmonizes texture, flavor, and presentation in every bite. For an added touch, a light jam glaze can be applied to enhance the shine and preserve the freshness of the fruits. Enjoy this masterpiece chilled for the ultimate sensory experience.
