Apricot Cherry Tart Recipe
Overview:
Summer is coming, and what better way to celebrate the season than with a delightful fruit dessert that not only tastes heavenly but also boasts an attractive presentation? This Apricot Cherry Tart is a perfect combination of sweet, tangy apricots, juicy cherries, and a buttery almond filling, all nestled in a crisp, golden crust. With a prep time of just 50 minutes (which includes chilling time) and a total cook time of around 1 hour and 20 minutes, this tart is ideal for any summer occasion, whether it’s a weeknight treat or a special dessert for a gathering of friends and family.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 380.4
- Fat Content: 22.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 11.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 69mg
- Sodium Content: 50.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 42.1g
- Fiber Content: 4.1g
- Sugar Content: 24.9g
- Protein Content: 5.9g
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
- 1 cup flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Ice water
For the Filling:
- 1/2 cup almond paste
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1 egg
- 2 apricots
- 1 cup cherries
Instructions:
Crust Preparation:
- In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt.
- Add the unsalted butter and blend using a pastry blender until the butter is incorporated into the flour but still visible.
- Gradually add ice water and blend with a fork until the dough begins to stick together.
- Gather the dough into a flat disc.
- Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- After chilling, roll out the dough into a 1/4 inch thick circle and place it on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
- Refrigerate the crust until you’re ready to use it.
Filling Preparation:
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a bowl, combine the almond paste and unsalted butter. Mix with a hand mixer until light and fluffy.
- Add the flour and sugar to the mixture and mix until well combined.
- Crack the egg into the mixture and mix until smooth.
Assembling the Tart:
- Remove the crust from the refrigerator and spread the filling over it, leaving a 1-inch border.
- Arrange the apricots, cut side down, over the filling, and place the cherries between the apricots.
- Sprinkle the fruit with sugar.
- Fold the 1-inch border of the crust over the fruit, then brush the edge with melted butter and sprinkle with sugar.
Baking:
- Bake the tart in the preheated oven until it turns golden brown, usually for about 30-40 minutes.
Serving:
Once baked to perfection, allow the Apricot Cherry Tart to cool slightly before slicing and serving. This tart pairs beautifully with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Enjoy the flavors of summer with every bite of this exquisite dessert!
