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Tarte Aux Fraises

Indulge in the exquisite taste of tarte aux fraises, a classic French dessert that showcases fresh strawberries atop a creamy filling nestled in a buttery tart shell.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Keyword: tarte aux fraises, strawberry tart, French dessert, summer recipes
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 42 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 250kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 pre-made tart shell 9-inch
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries hulled and halved
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon gelatin
  • 2 tablespoons cold water
  • 1/4 cup strawberry jam
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Place the pre-made tart shell in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden.
  • While the shell cools, whip the heavy cream in a bowl until soft peaks form.
  • In another bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.
  • Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until smooth.
  • Dissolve gelatin in cold water, then heat until melted.
  • Add melted gelatin to the mascarpone mixture and mix well.
  • Pour the filling into the cooled tart shell and smooth the top.
  • Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours until set.
  • Arrange fresh strawberries on top and glaze with warmed strawberry jam.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 15g | Fiber: 1g