Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that combines the delicate elegance of French pastry with the passionate romance of strawberries and roses. This stunning Strawberry Rose Tart is not just a dessert—it's a work of art that promises to transform your ordinary afternoon into an extraordinary sensory experience. With its creamy cream cheese base, glossy strawberry arrangement, and enchanting edible rose petal decoration, this tart is guaranteed to impress both your eyes and your taste buds.
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs 10 mins
Cuisine: French
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pre-made tart shell
- 250g fresh strawberries, sliced
- 200g cream cheese, softened
- 100g powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup strawberry jam
- edible rose petals for decoration
Instructions
- Remove the pre-made tart shell from refrigeration and allow it to come to room temperature for about 15 minutes to prevent cracking.
- In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Gradually add powdered sugar to the cream cheese, mixing on low speed until fully incorporated and no lumps remain.
- Stir in vanilla extract and mix until the filling is uniform and silky.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly across the bottom of the tart shell, creating a smooth base layer about 1/2 inch thick.
- Carefully arrange sliced strawberries in a circular pattern on top of the cream cheese filling, slightly overlapping each slice for an elegant presentation.
- Warm the strawberry jam in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring until it becomes slightly runny.
- Using a pastry brush, gently glaze the arranged strawberry slices with the warmed jam to create a glossy finish.
- Delicately sprinkle edible rose petals around the tart's edges and between strawberry slices for a romantic touch.
- Refrigerate the tart for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the filling to set and flavors to meld.
- Before serving, let the tart sit at room temperature for 10 minutes to soften the cream cheese filling slightly.
- Slice into 8 equal portions and garnish with additional rose petals if desired.
Tips
- Temperature Matters: Allow your cream cheese and tart shell to reach room temperature to ensure smooth mixing and prevent cracking.
- Slice Strawberries Uniformly: Use a sharp knife to create consistent, thin strawberry slices for a professional-looking presentation.
- Jam Glazing Technique: Warm the strawberry jam gently and use a soft pastry brush to apply a light, even glaze that enhances both flavor and appearance.
- Chill for Success: Refrigerating the tart helps the filling set and allows flavors to develop, so don't rush this crucial step.
- Serving Suggestion: Let the tart sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving to achieve the perfect creamy texture.
- Petal Placement: Scatter edible rose petals with a delicate hand to create an elegant, Instagram-worthy finish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 50mg
