How to Make Fresh Fruit Tart with Mascarpone - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like a fresh fruit tart to brighten up any day. This elegant and delicious dessert is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while also incorporating the natural goodness of fresh fruits. The combination of a buttery crust, creamy mascarpone filling, and vibrant assortment of fruits makes for a beautiful and delightful treat that is sure to impress your friends and family. Whether you're hosting a special occasion or simply want to indulge in a delightful dessert, this ...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 (8 ounce) container mascarpone cheese
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (Optional)
  • 2 cups sliced fresh strawberries, or as needed
  • 2 cups fresh blackberries, or as needed
  • 3 kiwis, peeled and sliced, or as needed
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • ¼ cup water
  • ½ tablespoon lemon juice

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 2 9-inch tarts

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease 2 tart pans.
  • 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.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes. Let cool completely.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Glaze the entire top of each tart gently using a pastry brush.
  • Nutrition

    391 cal.

    • Total Fat: 23g
    • Saturated Fat: 14g
    • Cholesterol: 63mg
    • Sodium: 132mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 43g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 28g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 28mg
    • Calcium: 51mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 141mg