Description
This easy peach tart recipe combines a flaky, buttery crust with fresh, juicy peaches for an irresistible summer dessert. Whether you’re looking for an elegant dessert to impress guests or a simple homemade peach tart for yourself, this step-by-step guide will help you create a golden-baked tart full of natural peach sweetness. Ideal for beginner or experienced bakers alike, this peach tart is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
For the Crust
- All-purpose flour: 1 ½ cups
- Cold unsalted butter: ½ cup, cubed
- Granulated sugar: 2 tablespoons
- Salt: ¼ teaspoon
- Ice water: 3-4 tablespoons
For the Filling
- Ripe peaches: 6-7, sliced
- Granulated sugar: ¼ cup
- Cornstarch: 2 tablespoons
- Lemon juice: 1 teaspoon
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Ground cinnamon: ½ teaspoon (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Crust
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt.
- Incorporate the Butter: Add cold cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or fork to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add Ice Water: Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing just until the dough starts to come together.
- Chill the Dough: Form the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and chill it for at least 30 minutes.
Step 2: Prepare the Peaches
- Slice the Peaches: Peel and slice the ripe peaches into even wedges.
- Mix the Filling: In a large bowl, toss the peach slices with sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and cinnamon if using. Let the peaches sit for about 10 minutes to release some juice.
Step 3: Roll Out the Dough
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll the Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a circle about 12 inches in diameter and ¼ inch thick.
- Transfer to Tart Pan: Carefully transfer the dough to a tart pan, pressing it gently into the edges and trimming any excess.
Step 4: Assemble the Tart
- Add the Peach Filling: Arrange the peach slices in concentric circles over the dough. Pour any remaining juice from the bowl over the peaches.
- Bake the Tart: Place the assembled tart in the oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the peaches are tender and bubbling.
Notes
Storage: Store leftover tart in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place in a 350°F (175°C) oven for about 10 minutes to restore its crispiness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 130 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg