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Summer Harvest Tart

Delicious Summer Harvest Tart: Your Seasonal Sweet Escape

A delicious Summer Harvest Tart packed with juicy fruits and a buttery crust, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 0.5 cup sugar can be replaced with honey or a sugar alternative
  • 1 pinch salt essential for flavor
  • 1 large egg white or chia egg for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract opt for pure extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour whole wheat can be used
For the Spiced Filling & Topping
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon adjust based on taste
  • 1 pinch nutmeg
  • 0.25 teaspoon cloves
  • 2 cups mixed fruits (blackberries, blueberries, raspberries, peaches) assorted, ripe and in season
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed is best
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar light or dark
  • 1 cup old-fashioned oats quick oats can be a substitute

Equipment

  • tart pan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream together butter, sugar, and salt until fluffy.
  3. Beat in egg white and vanilla extract, then mix in flour gradually.
  4. Press dough into the tart pan and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  5. In a bowl, combine sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, then stir in mixed fruits and lemon juice.
  6. Cream butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon for the topping, then add flour and oats until crumbly.
  7. Fill the cooled crust with the fruit mixture and sprinkle with topping.
  8. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 45-50 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  9. Let cool on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 3gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 5mg

Notes

For best results, ensure butter is at room temperature. Customize fruit based on what is in season.

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