Fresh Raspberry and Blueberry Tarts Recipe

Recipe provided by HRH Catering

• Skill Level: Intermediate
• Yield: 24 to 30 tarts
• Nutrition Per Serving (1 of 27 servings): Calories 161, Total Fat 9 g, Saturated Fat 6 g, Carbohydrates 18 g, Dietary Fiber 1 g, Sugar 10 g, Protein 1 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 31 mg
• Total Time: 1 hr 50 min
• Preparation: 25 min
• Resting Time: 1 hr
• Cooking: 25 min

Ingredients

Tart Dough:

• 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 8 ounces cold butter, diced
• 1/4 cup cold water

Filling:

• 1 cup fresh raspberries
• 1 cup fresh blueberries
• 1/2 cup sugar
• Zest of 1 lemon

Crumb Topping:

• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup sugar
• Pinch of salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 4 tablespoons cold butter, diced

Lavender Creme Fraiche:

• 1/2 cup creme fraiche
• 2 tablespoons lavender honey

Instructions

1. Make Tart Dough: Dive into this delightful bake by pulsing 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 8 ounces cold diced butter, and 1/4 cup cold water in a food processor until combined. Knead lightly with a sprinkle of flour into a smooth ball, wrap in plastic, and chill for 1 houryour pastry foundation is set for magic!
2. Prepare Filling: Gently toss 1 cup fresh raspberries, 1 cup fresh blueberries, 1/2 cup sugar, and zest of 1 lemon in a bowl. This vibrant burst of summer flavors will make your kitchen sing.
3. Create Crumb Topping: Pulse 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup sugar, a pinch of salt, 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 4 tablespoons cold diced butter in the food processor until crumblyperfect for that irresistible crunch.
4. Mix Lavender Creme Fraiche: Whisk 1/2 cup creme fraiche with 2 tablespoons lavender honey until silky smooth. This floral touch elevates your tarts to gourmet heaven.
5. Preheat Oven: Fire up to 400F (204C) for golden perfection.
6. Prepare Tart Shells: Grease 24 mini muffin cups. Roll chilled dough on a floured surface to just under 1/4-inch thick, cut 2 1/2-inch circles, and press into cupsready for your berry bounty!
7. Fill & Top: Spoon berry filling into each shell, then sprinkle with crumb topping for a jewel-like finish.
8. Bake: Bake 20-25 minutes until golden and bubblyyour home will fill with sweet aromas that tempt everyone.
9. Serve: Pair warm tarts with lavender creme fraiche on the side. Delight in every flaky, fruity bite and share the joy of homemade bliss!

Note: This recipe is created by a professional chef or catering service and may not have been tested in a home kitchen environment.

Recipe courtesy of HRH Catering