La Madeleine Fruit Tart is a gorgeous French classic that is sure to impress. It’s a delicious combination of a creamy custard and sweet seasonal fruit, all wrapped up in a buttery, flaky crust. Best of all, it’s simple to make!
Ingredients
- 1 (14-ounce) package refrigerated pie dough
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 cups fresh fruit: such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, peaches, plums, etc.
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- Roll out the pie dough on a lightly floured surface. Fit the dough into a 9-inch pie dish and trim off any excess dough. Crimp the edges of the crust and brush with melted butter.
- In a small bowl, combine the sugar and flour. Sprinkle the mixture over the unbaked pie crust.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg, cream, sugar, vanilla and nutmeg. Pour the custard into the pie crust.
- Arrange the fruit on top of the custard. Bake for 45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set. Cool before serving.
La Madeleine Fruit Tart is an elegant, yet simple dessert that will surely impress. With its creamy custard and sweet seasonal fruit, it’s sure to be a hit at your next gathering. Enjoy!
