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Fresh Fruit Tart with Mascarpone
Prep
30 mins
Cook
15 mins
Servings
16
Difficulty
Medium
This fresh fruit tart is one of my favorite desserts to make when I want something that looks impressive but doesn't require hours in the kitchen. With just 45 minutes total, you'll have a stunning centerpiece ready to serve. The buttery shortbread crust comes together quickly, and the creamy mascarpone filling is absolutely divine. Fresh berries are packed with antioxidants and vitamin C, making this treat feel a bit more virtuous than your typical indulgence. Best of all, the ingredients are simple pantry staples you probably already have on hand, so there's no need for a special shopping trip.
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Ingredients
- 22 cups all-purpose flour
- 11 cup butter, softened
- ½ cup white sugar½ cup white sugar
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease 2 tart pans.
- 2
Blend flour, butter, and sugar together in a bowl using an electric mixer until combined. Divide mixture evenly and press into the bottoms of the prepared tart pans.
- 3
Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes. Let cool completely.
- 4
While crusts are cooling, beat cream cheese, mascarpone cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, nutmeg, and cinnamon together in a bowl using an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Spread mixture over cooled crusts. Arrange strawberries, blackberries, and kiwis on tart in desired design.
- 5
Mix sugar and cornstarch together in a small saucepan. Pour in water and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until clear and thick, about 2 minutes. Let glaze cool completely.
- 6
Glaze the entire top of each tart gently using a pastry brush.
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