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Starry Night Tart
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup ice water
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz dark chocolate, chopped
- Assorted fresh fruits (such as blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries)
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine 1 1/2 cups of flour, 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Add the cold, cubed butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- While pulsing, gradually add the ice water until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overmix. Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a circle large enough to fit into a 9-inch tart pan. Press the dough into the pan, trim any excess, and prick the bottom with a fork. Line the crust with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for 15 minutes, then remove the weights and parchment paper and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown. Allow to cool completely.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture. Spread the mixture evenly into the cooled tart crust.
- In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it just begins to simmer. Place the chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl and pour the hot cream over the chocolate. Let it sit for 1 minute, then stir until smooth. Pour the ganache over the cream cheese layer in the tart crust and spread it evenly. Allow the ganache to set at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
- Arrange the assorted fresh fruits on top of the set ganache in a decorative pattern, resembling the night sky in Vincent van Gogh's Starry Night painting. Refrigerate the tart for at least 1 hour before serving. Enjoy!
The Starry Night Tart is a delectable dessert that originated in France. This exquisite tart is a masterpiece of culinary art, with a buttery, flaky crust filled with luscious pastry cream and adorned with a stunning array of fresh fruits, creating a mesmerizing visual reminiscent of Vincent van Gogh's iconic painting. Renowned chefs in Paris, such as Pierre Hermé and Dominique Ansel, have elevated this dessert to new heights with their innovative interpretations. The best version of this tart can be savored in the charming patisseries of Paris, where the skillful hands of pastry chefs craft this heavenly creation. The key to a perfect Starry Night Tart lies in the balance of flavors and the artful arrangement of fruits, making it a true feast for the senses.
70 min
8
320 calories
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