Julia Child's Baked Yogurt Tart

Savor the elegance of Julia Child's Baked Yogurt Tart, a timeless dessert that blends simplicity with sophistication. This delightful recipe features a golden, buttery tart crust that’s carefully blind-baked to perfection, providing the ideal base for a luscious filling of creamy full-fat yogurt, honey-sweetened goodness, aromatic vanilla, and a hint of bright lemon zest. The result is a light yet indulgent treat with a custard-like texture that melts in your mouth. Perfect for any occasion, this tart can be elevated with a garnish of fresh berries and a dusting of powdered sugar for added flair. With just 30 minutes of prep time, it's a stunning dessert that’s as simple to make as it is to devour. A true classic, this baked yogurt tart is an exquisite addition to your dessert repertoire, offering a balance of tangy and sweet flavors that will impress every guest.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 200 grams All-purpose flour
• 100 grams Unsalted butter
• 50 grams Granulated sugar
• 1 pinch Salt
• 2 tablespoons Ice water
• 500 grams Plain full-fat yogurt
• 3 large Eggs
• 75 grams Honey
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 1 cup Fresh berries (optional for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar (optional for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt.

Step 3

Cut the cold unsalted butter into small cubes and work it into the dry ingredients using your fingers or a pastry cutter until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough just comes together. Do not overwork the dough.

Step 5

Shape the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 20-30 minutes.

Step 6

On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a circle about 1/8 inch (3mm) thick. Carefully transfer it into a 9-inch tart pan, pressing it gently into the corners and trimming off any excess dough.

Step 7

Prick the bottom of the crust with a fork and line it with parchment paper. Fill it with pie weights or dried beans.

Step 8

Blind bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, then carefully remove the parchment and weights. Bake for another 5 minutes until lightly golden. Let the crust cool completely.

Step 9

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the yogurt, eggs, honey, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until smooth and well combined.

Step 10

Pour the yogurt filling into the cooled tart crust, spreading it evenly.

Step 11

Bake the tart in the oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the filling is set and slightly golden around the edges. The center should jiggle slightly but will firm up as it cools.

Step 12

Allow the tart to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Step 13

Optionally, garnish the tart with fresh berries and a light dusting of powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1355.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2573.8

Total Fat 119.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 65.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 842.7mg	0%
Sodium 607.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 331.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.3g	0%
Total Sugars 167.4g
Protein 59.6g	0%

Vitamin D 323IU	0%
Calcium 797.9mg	0%
Iron 13.4mg	0%
Potassium 1545.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.6%

Protein: 9.0%

Carbs: 50.3%