Description
Celebrate summer with this stunning 4th of July Fruit Tart, featuring a flaky buttery crust, creamy filling, and a vibrant array of seasonal fruits. This dessert is perfect for Independence Day gatherings or any festive occasion, offering a delightful balance of flavors and textures that will impress your guests and evoke nostalgic memories.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup assorted fresh fruits (strawberries, blueberries, kiwi)
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix flour and sugar. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Press into a tart pan.
- 2. Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool completely.
- 3. Beat cream cheese with sugar and vanilla until smooth. Spread over the cooled crust.
- 4. Arrange fresh fruits on top creatively.
- 5. Drizzle honey or maple syrup over the fruit.
- 6. Chill for at least one hour before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (95g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg