Fresh Fruit Tart

Recipe courtesy Paula Deen

Show: Paula's Home CookingEpisode: Housewarming

Rated: 5 stars out of 5Rate itRead users' reviews (140)

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Cook Time:
14 min
Level:
Easy
Yield:
8 servings

Times:

Prep: 25 min
Inactive Prep: 15 min
Cook: 14 min
Total:: 54 min

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Ingredients

Crust:

1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, softened and sliced

Filling:

1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Topping:

Fresh strawberries, kiwi slices, blueberries, raspberries

Glaze:

1 (6-ounce) can frozen limeade concentrate, thawed
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/4 cup granulated sugar
Whipped cream, for garnish

Directions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

For the crust: In a food processor, combine the confectioners' sugar, flour, and butter, and process until the mixture forms a ball. With your fingers, press the dough into a 12-inch tart pan with a removable bottom, taking care to push the crust into the indentations in the sides. Pat until the crust is even. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until very lightly browned. Set aside to cool.

For the filling and topping: Beat the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla together until smooth. Spread over the cooled crust. Cut the strawberries into 1/4-inch slices and arrange around the edge of the crust. For the next circle, use kiwi slices. Add another circle of strawberries, filling in any spaces with blueberries. Cluster the raspberries in the center of the tart.

For the glaze: Combine the limeade, cornstarch, lime juice, and sugar in a small saucepan and cook over medium heat until clear and thick, about 2 minutes. Let cool. With a pastry brush, glaze the entire tart. You will not use all of the glaze.

Keep the tart in the refrigerator. Remove about 15 minutes before serving. Slice into 8 wedges and serve with a dollop of whipped cream.

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Sherial Lynn, MA 01-20-2010
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The Best Tart Ever
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This recipe is by far the best I have had. I must make this at least 2 times a week for my office. They are always wanting... one and can never stop talking about how great it taste. Thanks Paula! Read more
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Megan arlington heights, IL 01-18-2010
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Delicious!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This is the first fruit tart recipe I've ever made and it was supurb. I was worried it might taste a little too... cream-cheesy, but it was very mellow and tasty. I made mini tarts in a cupcake tin and glazed the fruit with honey like a few reviewers suggested and it was perfect! It even impressed my boyfriend who doesn't like fruit or cream cheese!Read more
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Karen Azusa, CA 01-14-2010
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Easy and Delicious!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I made this for Christmas and not only was it impressive, but it was very delicious, and I'm not proud of this, but four of... us ate the whole thing!! I will definitely be making this again. FYI-I made this the day before Christmas and the fruit started to look a little old, so I wouldn't advise making this in advance more than 24 hours before consuming.Read more
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Tonya Griffin, GA 11-24-2009
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So Easy and Great
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

Made this several times for family gatherings and it is always the first dessert that disappears from the table. It is light... and refreshing!Read more
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Adrienne Glen Oaks, NY 10-17-2009
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I love you Paula!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This is the first time I attempted to make a fruit tart, and it was a hit! I made it for Easter, and everyone loved... it....Not to mention that it looked like I bought it! I love hearing the reaction from people saying "You MADE this? Wow!" This is a keeper...Thanks Paula! Cant wait to try some more of your goodies :)Read more
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Heather Portland, OR 09-23-2009
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Yummy combo
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I had some guests over for dinner and made this fruit tart for them. I had never made this tart before but I sure was glad I... made this one. I got lots of complimets for this dessert. I love using the limeade glaze it adds zing to the yummy fruits and cream cheese. If you haven't made this you gotta try it!Read more