This Strawberry Tart combines the delicate sweetness of strawberries with the luxurious creaminess of a vanilla bean ganache and the refreshing zing of citrus, creating a dessert that is as delightful to the palate as it is beautiful to the eye. The tart features a lemon-zested sweet pastry base, filled with a light almond cream and topped with a vibrant, citrus-infused strawberry compote, making every bite a perfect balance of flavors.
Why You'll Love This: The combination of textures from the crispy pastry, the smooth ganache, and the juicy strawberries provides a sensory delight, while the infusion of vanilla and citrus notes brings a sophisticated depth of flavor that enhances the natural sweetness of the strawberries. This tart is not only a joy to prepare but also a showstopper dessert that will impress at any gathering.
Perfect Occasion: Ideal for summer picnics, elegant garden parties, or as a celebratory dessert at gatherings. It's particularly fitting for occasions that call for something special yet refreshingly light. This strawberry tart is perfect for those moments when you want to indulge in something sweet without overwhelming richness.
Decoration Tips: For a stunning presentation, pipe the vanilla ganache in the shape of flowers using a petal tip, creating a visually appealing texture. Arrange fresh strawberry slices in a concentric pattern to mimic the beauty of a blooming flower. Garnish with a sprinkle of edible gold dust or fresh mint leaves for an added touch of elegance.
- Ingredients:
- Vanilla Bean Ganache:
- 250g heavy cream
- 2g gelatin
- 12g water
- 60g white chocolate
- 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped
- Lemon-Zested Sweet Pastry:
- 125g flour
- 50g powdered sugar
- 15g almond flour
- Pinch of fleur de sel
- 75g unsalted butter, cold
- 25g whole egg
- Zest of 1 organic lemon
- Almond Cream:
- 50g almond flour
- 50g unsalted butter, softened
- 50g powdered sugar
- 1 egg
- Citrus-Infused Strawberry Compote:
- 350g fresh strawberries
- 2g pectin
- 10g brown sugar
- Juice and zest of 2 limes
- Vanilla Bean Ganache:
Instructions:
- Prepare the Ganache:
- Soak gelatin in water. Heat cream with vanilla until boiling, pour over white chocolate, and mix until smooth. Refrigerate overnight.
- Make the Sweet Pastry:
- Combine dry ingredients and lemon zest in a mixer. Add cold butter, blend until sandy, then quickly mix in the egg to form a dough. Chill, then roll out, fit into tart rings, and pre-bake at 325°F (165°C) for 15 minutes.
- Prepare the Almond Cream:
- Cream butter and sugar, add egg, then almond flour. Pour into pre-baked shells, bake for 10 more minutes. Cool.
- Cook the Strawberry Compote:
- Simmer 250g strawberries with lime juice until soft. Add sugar mixed with pectin, boil. Off heat, stir in diced strawberries and lime zest. Pour over cooled tart.
- Assemble the Tart:
- Whip the chilled ganache, pipe onto tart in flower shapes. Arrange halved strawberries decoratively in the center.
Indulge in this heavenly Strawberry Tart, where every component comes together to create a truly memorable dessert experience, perfect for enjoying the bounties of summer.