Description
This Strawberry Tart features a delightful graham cracker crust, creamy filling, and fresh strawberries, making it an irresistible dessert for any occasion. Perfect for quick gatherings or a sweet treat at home!
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup finely chopped pecans
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 16 crackers)
- ¼ cup packed light brown sugar
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (1 stick)
- 5 large egg yolks
- 6 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 ½ tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into cubes, at room temperature
- ¼ cup strawberry preserves
- 2 pounds strawberries, hulled and sliced in half (can be left whole)
- Fresh whipped cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and position a rack in the middle.
- Spread the chopped pecans on a baking sheet and bake for 3 to 5 minutes until lightly toasted. Remove and allow to cool.
- In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, pecans, and brown sugar. Gradually mix in the melted butter until the crumbs are evenly moistened.
- Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie pan. Freeze the crust for about 15 minutes to set.
- Bake the crust for 6 to 8 minutes until lightly golden. Allow it to cool completely before adding filling.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding a hint of lemon zest to the filling.
You can substitute graham crackers with digestive biscuits for a different taste.
Fresh whipped cream can be sweetened or flavored as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
