Description
A delightful dessert featuring creamy vanilla custard and fresh fruits, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pre-made tart shell
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup mixed fresh fruits (like strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, etc.)
- Whipped cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Bake the tart shell according to the package instructions, then allow it to cool completely.
- Heat the Milk: In a saucepan, combine the milk and half of the granulated sugar. Heat over medium until warmed but not boiling.
- Mix Egg Yolks: In a bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, the remaining sugar, and cornstarch until the mixture is smooth.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually pour the warm milk mixture into the egg yolk mixture while whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from scrambling.
- Thicken the Custard: Return the combined mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat. Stir continuously until the custard thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
- Add Vanilla: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract for that irresistible flavor.
- Fill the Tart Shell: Pour the custard into the cooled tart shell, smoothing the top with a spatula. Refrigerate for about 120-180 minutes, or until set.
- Top with Fresh Fruit: Before serving, decorate the tart with your selected mixed fresh fruits for a pop of color and freshness.
- Serve with Whipped Cream: Serve slices of the tart topped with whipped cream, if desired.
Notes
For a dairy-free version, substitute whole milk with almond or oat milk, and use sugar substitutes if needed.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling & Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg