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:
- 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.
- 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.
- 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!