Strawberry Cream Tart with Breton Shortbread Base

This Strawberry Cream Tart combines a rich Breton shortbread base with a velvety vanilla diplomat cream and is topped with fresh, ripe strawberries. It’s a wonderful showcase of simplicity and elegance, blending sweet and tender strawberries with creamy textures and a crisp, buttery crust.

Why You’ll Love This:

This tart is perfect for anyone who appreciates the subtle blend of flavors and textures. The creamy diplomat cream, made with a hint of vanilla, pairs beautifully with the fresh strawberries, while the Breton shortbread base adds a satisfying crunch. It’s a refreshing, light dessert that’s also visually appealing.

Perfect Occasion:

This tart is ideal for spring and summer celebrations, whether it’s a family gathering, a picnic, or a sophisticated brunch. It’s also great for holidays like Mother’s Day or simply to enjoy during strawberry season.

Ingredients:

• Breton Shortbread Base:
  • 100 grams of soft butter
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 130 grams of flour
  • 60 grams of sugar
  • 6 grams of baking powder
  • A pinch of sea salt
• Diplomat Cream:
  • 250 ml of milk
  • 3 egg yolks
  • 15 grams of butter
  • Seeds from half a vanilla pod
  • 65 grams of sugar
  • 25 grams of cornstarch
  • 2 sheets of gelatin
  • 190 ml of heavy cream, whipped

Instructions:

1. Breton Shortbread Base:
   • Mix egg yolks with sugar, then add soft butter and combine.
   • Sift in flour, baking powder, and a pinch of sea salt. Mix until it forms a dough.
   • Press the dough into a tart ring on a lined baking sheet and bake at 180°C (356°F) for 13-15 minutes. Let it cool.
2. Diplomat Cream:
   • Soak gelatin sheets in cold water.
   • Whisk egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch. Heat milk with vanilla seeds to a simmer, then temper into the yolk mixture.
   • Return mixture to heat, stirring until thick. Remove from heat, add squeezed gelatin sheets and butter, and mix until smooth.
   • Cool the cream mixture, then fold in whipped cream. Spread onto the cooled base.
3. Assembly:
   • Slice fresh strawberries and arrange them on top of the cream-filled base.
   • Optionally, glaze with a light syrup for shine.

Enjoy this delightful Strawberry Cream Tart, where each bite brings a mix of creamy, fruity, and crunchy textures!