Description
Homemade 5-ingredient cherry tarts showcase summer’s sweet simplicity with minimal effort and maximum flavor. Rich pastry shells cradle luscious cherry filling, delivering a delightful dessert perfect for intimate gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (1 lb/450 g) pre-made puff pastry sheets
- 1 can (21 oz/600 g) cherry pie filling
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tbsp milk
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Workspace Preparation: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and preheat the oven to 375F (190C), establishing an optimal baking environment for cherry tarts.
- Pastry Crafting: Roll out puff pastry on a flour-dusted surface, cutting into uniform rounds or squares using a cookie cutter to create 12 delicate pastry bases.
- Filling and Shaping: Position cherry pie filling at the center of each pastry piece, folding edges inward or leaving them open for a rustic presentation, then crimp borders with fork tines to secure the filling.
- Egg Wash and Finishing: Brush pastry edges with beaten egg to achieve a lustrous, golden-brown exterior during baking.
- Baking and Transformation: Arrange tarts on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until perfectly puffed and bronzed.
- Cooling and Garnishing: Allow tarts to cool briefly, optionally drizzling with powdered sugar glaze for added sweetness.
- Serving: Present cherry tarts warm or at room temperature, inviting guests to enjoy their flaky texture and fruity essence.
Notes
- Optimize Pastry Handling: Roll puff pastry gently and minimally to maintain its delicate, flaky structure and prevent tough texture.
- Control Moisture Levels: Use well-drained cherry filling to prevent soggy pastry bottoms and ensure crisp, golden-brown edges during baking.
- Egg Wash Technique: Apply beaten egg sparingly with a light brush, focusing on pastry edges for an even, glossy golden-brown finish without excessive dripping.
- Dietary Adaptation Options: Swap traditional puff pastry with gluten-free alternatives or use almond flour-based pastry for celiac or low-carb dietary needs, ensuring consistent texture and flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg