Description
Indulge in the heavenly flavors of our Cherry Vanilla Shortbread Tart, where buttery shortbread meets a luscious cherry filling infused with vanilla. Perfect for any occasion, this dessert is not only visually stunning but also incredibly simple to make. With each bite, you’ll experience a delightful balance of sweetness and tartness that will leave your taste buds dancing. Treat your family and friends to this irresistible tart that’s sure to impress!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add flour; mix until just combined.
- Press dough into a greased tart pan and prick with a fork.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until lightly golden.
- In a saucepan, combine cherries, cornstarch, sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla over medium heat until bubbly.
- Pour cherry mixture into baked crust; bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until filling is bubbly.
- Allow to cool before slicing; dust with powdered sugar if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 52mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 54mg