Plum Tart

Indulge in the sweet-tart elegance of a homemade Plum Tart, a delightful dessert that showcases juicy, ripe plums nested in a buttery, golden crust. This recipe combines the subtle warmth of ground cinnamon with the bright tang of fresh lemon juice, enhancing the natural sweetness of the plums. A beautifully flaky pastry, made from scratch with cold butter and a hint of sugar, serves as the perfect canvas for the luscious fruit filling. Ready in just over an hour, including a brief chilling time for the dough, this Plum Tart is an ideal treat for any occasion, whether it's a cozy family gathering or an impressive dinner party dessert. Serve it warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and watch it become an instant favorite. Perfect for those in search of a simple yet stunning fruit tart recipe, this dessert captures the essence of seasonal plums in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 180 grams all-purpose flour
• 115 grams unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 50 grams granulated sugar
• 1 pinch salt
• 3 tablespoons ice water
• 600 grams ripe plums, pitted and sliced
• 100 grams granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 large egg, beaten (for glazing)

Directions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine 180 grams of flour, 50 grams of sugar, and a pinch of salt.

Step 2

Add 115 grams of cold, cubed butter into the flour mixture and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Gradually add 3 tablespoons of ice water to the butter-flour mixture, mixing until the dough just comes together.

Step 4

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface, shape into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Step 5

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 6

In a large bowl, toss together 600 grams of sliced plums, 100 grams of sugar, 2 tablespoons of cornstarch, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and 0.5 teaspoon of ground cinnamon. Set aside to macerate for 10 minutes.

Step 7

Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to fit a 9-inch tart pan. Press the dough into the pan and trim any excess.

Step 8

Arrange the plum mixture over the tart crust evenly.

Step 9

Brush the edges of the crust with the beaten egg.

Step 10

Place the tart on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the plum filling is bubbly.

Step 11

Allow the tart to cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1172.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2468.2

Total Fat 101.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 437.1mg	0%
Sodium 231.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 372.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.2g	0%
Total Sugars 210.6g
Protein 30.2g	0%

Vitamin D 97.7IU	0%
Calcium 127.0mg	0%
Iron 10.5mg	0%
Potassium 1249.8mg	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: 36.2%

Protein: 4.8%

Carbs: 59.0%