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strawberry custard tart

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This Strawberry Tart features a buttery shortbread crust, smooth vanilla custard filling, and a fresh strawberry topping. It’s a classic summer dessert that’s simple to make yet impressive enough for entertaining.

  • Author: Tina
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 4 hours 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 slices
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

For the shortbread crust:

2 cups all-purpose flour

½ cup powdered sugar

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

For the filling and topping:

1 ½ cups milk

4 egg yolks

1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract

½ cup granulated sugar

3 tablespoons cornstarch

Pinch of salt

3 to 4 cups fresh strawberries, sliced

1 tablespoon apricot preserves, melted (optional, for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9- or 10-inch tart pan.
  2. In a food processor, pulse flour and powdered sugar. Add butter and pulse until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Press dough evenly into the tart pan, covering the bottom and sides.
  4. Freeze crust for 7–10 minutes, then prick all over with a fork.
  5. Place the tart pan on a baking sheet and bake for 15–18 minutes until lightly golden.
  6. Remove from oven and gently press down the crust with a glass to even it out. Let cool completely.
  7. In a saucepan, whisk together milk, egg yolks, vanilla, sugar, cornstarch, and salt over medium heat.
  8. Cook, whisking constantly, until thickened (about 10–12 minutes).
  9. Pour custard into the cooled crust. Cover surface with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  10. Just before serving, top with sliced strawberries.
  11. Optional: Brush strawberries with melted apricot preserves for shine.

Notes

  • Add lemon zest to the custard for added brightness.
  • Top with mixed berries for variety.
  • Shortbread crust can be swapped for graham cracker crust if desired.
  • Drizzle with chocolate for a richer finish.
  • Chill fully before topping to ensure custard is set.

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