Description
Merry Berry Christmas Tart is a festive, vibrant dessert featuring a buttery crust filled with creamy vanilla custard and topped with a beautifully arranged mix of fresh holiday berries and a glossy jam glaze.
Ingredients
- 1 pre-made tart shell (9-inch) or homemade shortcrust
- 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, halved
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
- 1/3 cup raspberry or strawberry jam
- 1 tablespoon water
- Custard Filling:
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Bake or prepare tart shell according to package or recipe instructions, then allow it to cool completely.
- In a saucepan, whisk together milk, sugar, cornstarch, and egg yolks.
- Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until thickened, about 5–7 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla extract. Let cool slightly.
- Pour the custard into the cooled tart shell and spread evenly.
- Arrange the berries decoratively over the custard, covering the surface completely.
- In a small bowl, warm the jam and water together until smooth, then brush gently over the berries to create a glossy finish.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- Use any combination of berries you prefer, depending on availability.
- For extra shine, strain the jam before brushing.
- The tart is best served fresh but can be chilled up to 24 hours.
- Add a sprinkle of powdered sugar before serving for a snowy touch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake / Stovetop
- Cuisine: European