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Silky Vanilla Custard Fruit Tart

Silky Vanilla Custard Fruit Tart: Your New Favorite Dessert

This Silky Vanilla Custard Fruit Tart is an elegant dessert combining a buttery graham cracker crust with vivid fresh fruits.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Crackers Feel free to substitute with store-bought shortbread or Oreo cookies.
  • 1/4 cup Light Brown Sugar Granulated sugar can be used as a substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Melted; coconut oil can be used for a dairy-free option.
For the Custard
  • 2 cups Whole Milk Or Half & Half; 2% milk can yield a thinner custard.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar No substitutions recommended.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Kosher Salt Enhances flavor; can be omitted but is not advisable.
  • 1 bean Vanilla Bean Or 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract for convenience.
  • 4 Egg Yolks Always use fresh eggs.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Flour can be a substitute but may alter texture.
For the Topping
  • 2 cups Fresh Fruits Choose seasonal fruits like berries, kiwi, or mango.

Equipment

  • food processor
  • tart pan
  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Crust Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a food processor, pulse together graham crackers, light brown sugar, and melted unsalted butter until the mixture resembles moist sand. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a tart pan. Bake for 10 minutes until the crust is lightly golden. Allow it to cool completely on a wire rack before filling.
Custard Making
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine whole milk, granulated sugar, and vanilla over medium heat. Stir occasionally until the mixture is just simmering. In a separate bowl, whisk together egg yolks and cornstarch. Gradually add a ladle of the hot milk to the yolks while whisking continuously. Return the mixture to the saucepan, cooking over low heat for 5-7 minutes until thick and creamy.
Custard Cooling
  1. Once the custard thickens and coats the back of a spoon, remove it from the heat. Whisk in butter for added richness. Transfer to a clean bowl and press plastic wrap directly onto its surface to prevent a skin. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or overnight, until completely chilled and set.
Tart Assembly
  1. Once the custard is set and the crust is cooled, pour the silky custard into the prepared crust. Use a spatula to smooth the surface evenly. Cover with plastic wrap and return to the refrigerator until you're ready to serve.
Fruit Topping
  1. Just before serving, pile a colorful assortment of fresh fruits atop the custard. Choose your favorites for a vibrant appeal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure your ingredients are at room temperature, especially eggs and butter. Cool both the crust and custard completely before assembly to avoid sogginess. Slice fruits just before adding to maintain freshness.

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