Description
Indulge in a delightful Cherry Vanilla Shortbread Tart that features a buttery crust, luscious cherry filling, and a hint of vanilla—perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (cold)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 cups fresh cherries (pitted and halved)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together cold unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add sifted all-purpose flour and salt until crumbly dough forms.
- Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a tart pan.
- Bake for about 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Keep an eye on it to prevent burning.
- While the crust cools, combine pitted cherries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla extract in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir gently until thickened and bubbly. Let it cool slightly before pouring onto the baked crust.
- Once cooled, pour the cherry filling evenly over the shortbread crust.
- Return to the oven for another 10-15 minutes to meld flavors together.
- Allow cooling completely before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (95g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg