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Tarte Aux Fraises

Indulge in the sweetness of Tarte aux Fraises, a classic French dessert showcasing fresh strawberries and creamy pastry cream, perfect for any occasion.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Keyword: tarte aux fraises, strawberry tart, French dessert
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 250kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 pre-made tart shell
  • 500 g fresh strawberries hulled and halved
  • 250 ml milk
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 75 g granulated sugar
  • 25 g cornstarch
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 100 ml heavy cream
  • Mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
  • Blind bake the tart shell for 15 minutes until lightly golden.
  • In a saucepan, heat the milk until just boiling.
  • In a bowl, whisk together egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch until smooth.
  • Gradually add hot milk to the egg mixture, whisking continuously.
  • Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat until thickened.
  • Stir in vanilla extract and let the cream cool completely.
  • Once cooled, whip the heavy cream and fold it into the pastry cream.
  • Spread the pastry cream into the cooled tart shell.
  • Top with halved strawberries and garnish with mint leaves.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 12g | Fiber: 1g