Description
Celebrate Independence Day with this vibrant 4th of July Fruit Tart, featuring a buttery crust filled with creamy goodness and topped with a colorful array of fresh fruits. Perfect for summer gatherings, this dessert not only looks stunning but also delivers a delightful blend of flavors that will impress your family and friends. Easy to make and adaptable to seasonal fruits, this tart is sure to be the highlight of your BBQ or picnic.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (adjust based on preference)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups mixed fresh fruits (strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, peaches)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press evenly into a tart pan.
- Bake crust for about 20 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool completely.
- In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
- Spread cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust.
- Arrange mixed fresh fruits creatively on top.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 125g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg