Faith Fairchild’S Maine Blueberry Tarte

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A rustic, flaky pastry tart bursting with sweet-tart Maine blueberries
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Faith Fairchild’S Maine Blueberry Tarte

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 1 Calories: 136.8

Description

This classic Maine blueberry tarte features a buttery, flaky crust encasing a generous filling of fresh blueberries. The vibrant fruit juices meld with sugar and lemon to create a bright, sweet-tart flavor profile that perfectly balances the rich, crumbly pastry. Ideal for summer afternoons or as an elegant yet simple dessert for gatherings, this tart showcases the natural beauty of seasonal berries. The texture offers a delightful contrast between the crisp edges of the crust and the tender, juicy fruit center. It is a comforting, home-style treat that captures the essence of New England baking, making it a perfect addition to any brunch or dinner party spread.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375&# 194;°F (190ðC).
  2. In a food processor, combine 1 1/2 cups flour, 1 tablespoon sugar, and 1 pinch of salt.
  3. Cut 12 tablespoons of cold unsalted butter into small cubes.
  4. Add the butter cubes to the flour mixture and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse cornmeal with some pea-sized butter pieces remaining.
  5. With the motor running, drizzle in 3 tablespoons of ice water through the feed tube until the dough just begins to clump together.
  6. Turn the dough out onto a sheet of wax paper or plastic wrap and form it into a flat disc.
  7. Wrap the dough tightly and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
  8. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a circle large enough to fit a 10-inch fluted tart pan with a removable bottom.
  9. Carefully transfer the dough into the tart pan, pressing it gently into the corners and up the sides.
  10. Prick the bottom of the dough-lined pan all over with a fork to prevent bubbling.
  11. Combine 2 tablespoons of flour and 2 tablespoons of sugar in a small bowl, then sprinkle this mixture evenly over the bottom of the crust.
  12. Place 3 cups of fresh blueberries in a bowl, toss with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and spread them evenly over the crust.
  13. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of sugar over the top of the blueberries.
  14. Place the tart on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the juices are bubbling.
  15. Allow the tart to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing the outer ring and transferring it to a serving plate.
  16. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 136.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.4g1%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 109200.7mg4551%
Total Carbohydrate 28.9g10%
Dietary Fiber 1.0g4%
Sugars 1.6g
Protein 3.6g8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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