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Homemade Vanilla Custard Fruit Tart

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An elegant and refreshing fruit tart featuring a crisp buttery crust, silky vanilla custard filling, and a vibrant assortment of fresh fruits glazed to perfection.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 2–3 tbsp cold water
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 egg yolks
  • 3 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 vanilla bean (or 1 tsp vanilla extract)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries (sliced)
  • 2 kiwis (sliced)
  • 1/2 cup blueberries
  • 1 mango (sliced)
  • 2 tbsp apricot jam (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix flour, powdered sugar, and salt in a bowl. Cut in butter until crumbly.
  3. Add egg yolk and cold water, mixing until dough forms.
  4. Press dough into a tart pan evenly and chill for 20 minutes.
  5. Bake crust for 20–25 minutes until golden. Let cool completely.
  6. Heat milk with vanilla bean until warm.
  7. In a bowl, whisk egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch until smooth.
  8. Slowly whisk warm milk into egg mixture, then return to heat.
  9. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened.
  10. Remove from heat and stir in butter. Let custard cool slightly.
  11. Spread custard evenly into cooled tart shell.
  12. Arrange fresh fruit on top in desired pattern.
  13. Warm apricot jam and brush over fruit for a glossy finish.
  14. Chill tart for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

  • Use ripe but firm fruits for best presentation and texture.
  • Cool the crust completely before adding custard to avoid sogginess.
  • Stir custard constantly to prevent lumps.
  • Optional: brush crust with melted chocolate for a moisture barrier.
  • Best served chilled for clean slices and fresh flavor.

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