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Fresh Cherry Tart

17/11/2023

The fresh cherry tart is a classic and delicious dessert. Here is the recipe with an Italian twist:

Ingredients

For the shortcrust pastry:

  • 300 g of type “00” flour
  • 150 g of cold butter, cubed
  • 120 g of icing sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 yolk
  • Grated zest of 1 lemon

For the filling:

  • 500 g of fresh, pitted cherries
  • 100 g of granulated sugar (or more, depending on the sweetness of the cherries)
  • 1 tablespoon of cornstarch (cornflour)
  • A pinch of cinnamon (optional)

For the finish:

  • Icing sugar for dusting (optional)
  • Flaked almonds for decoration (optional)

Preparation

  1. Begin by preparing the shortcrust pastry: in a bowl, mix the flour and icing sugar. Add the cold butter and work quickly with the tips of your fingers until you get a sandy mixture.
  2. Add the egg, yolk, and grated lemon zest and knead until you form a smooth dough ball. Wrap in cling film and let rest in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, prepare the filling: in a bowl, combine the pitted cherries with granulated sugar, cornstarch, and a pinch of cinnamon if desired. Mix gently and let it flavor.
  4. Preheat the oven to 180 °C. Roll out the shortcrust pastry on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of about 5 mm and line a previously buttered and floured tart pan.
  5. Prick the bottom with a fork and pour the cherry filling in the center. If you have excess pastry, you can cut strips to create a lattice, or shapes at will to decorate your tart.
  6. Bake for about 40-45 minutes or until the pastry is golden and the filling is slightly caramelized.
  7. Allow to cool completely before dusting with icing sugar and garnish with flaked almonds, if desired.

Fun Fact

The cherry tart is a dessert that announces the arrival of summer and the wonderful cherry season. Cherries are fruits rich in antioxidants and add a bright red color to your tart, making it a true feast for the eyes and palate!

Remember that you can always customize the filling, perhaps by adding a bit of liquor to the cherries or reducing the amount of sugar if you prefer less sweet flavors. Happy baking!

Fresh Cherry Tart