Description
Indulge in the heavenly flavors of a Cherry Vanilla Shortbread Tart, where sweet, ripe cherries meet rich vanilla in a buttery crust. This delightful dessert is perfect for summer gatherings or cozy family dinners. With its beautiful presentation and irresistible aroma, your guests will be enchanted from the first bite. Easy to make yet impressive, this tart is sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted and halved
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar (for filling)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a tart pan.
- In a bowl, combine flour and sugar. Cut in cold butter until crumbly.
- Press the mixture into the tart pan evenly; bake for 15-20 minutes until golden.
- In another bowl, toss pitted cherries with additional sugar and vanilla; let sit.
- Spread cherry mixture over the cooled crust and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes or until bubbly.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg