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Cherry Vanilla Shortbread Tart

Cherry Vanilla Shortbread Tart

This Cherry Vanilla Shortbread Tart combines a buttery crust with a sweet cherry filling for a delightful dessert experience.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 310

Ingredients
  

Shortbread Crust
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Cherry Filling
  • 3 cups fresh cherries pitted
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Equipment

  • Tart Pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a tart pan by lining it with parchment paper or greasing it.
  2. Cream softened butter and sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy. Gradually mix in sifted flour until combined.
  3. Press mixture evenly into the tart pan's bottom and sides.
Cherry Assembly
  1. Toss pitted cherries with lemon juice in another bowl, adding sugar if desired.
  2. Spread cherry filling evenly over the crust.
Baking
  1. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the crust is golden brown and cherries are bubbly.
  2. Allow to cool completely before slicing; serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 310kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 3gFat: 22g

Notes

For a creative twist, swap cherries for seasonal fruits like peaches or blueberries. Store leftover tart in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

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