Christmas Tart with Pastry Cream and Chocolate.
One thing is certain: tarts are always a guarantee! And today I want to share with you this recipe designed especially for the holidays.
This is not just any tart. I used a buttery shortcrust pastry that literally melts in your mouth, my family’s favorite, making every bite a little pleasure.
The deliciousness continues with a rich filling: lots of enveloping pastry cream and the indulgent addition of chocolate chips.
It’s a dessert that smells like Christmas, and it’s very easy to prepare.
Your guests will be truly surprised by the goodness and appearance of this covered tart… it’s perfect to close your special meals!
It’s the sweet treat that cannot be missing from your holiday table.
Let’s start baking…Happy cooking, Giusi.
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Rest time: 1 Hour
- Preparation time: 1 Hour 45 Minutes
- Portions: 6People
- Cooking methods: Oven, Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients for the Christmas Tart with Pastry Cream
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup butter
- 2 eggs
- 1 vanilla
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup cornstarch
- 2 eggs
Tools
I used a pan with a diameter of 9.5-10 inches
Steps for the Christmas Tart with Pastry Cream
First, prepare the pastry cream, which will need to cool. I chose Benedetta’s practical microwave method:
I mixed the eggs with sugar and cornstarch, then added the milk.
I stirred with a hand whisk and put it in the microwave (800 watts) for 4 minutes. After this time, I took the bowl, stirred and put it back in the microwave for another 3 minutes (800 watts).
If you don’t have a microwave, you can use the traditional stovetop method.
🥧 Preparing the Shortcrust Pastry
Pour the sugar and butter into a bowl and work with a fork until it becomes creamy.
Add the egg, vanilla, baking powder, and flour gradually. Work with a fork as long as possible.
Then start kneading with your hands. Work the dough as quickly as possible until it is compact.
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for an hour.
🌟 Christmas Assembly
After the time has passed, take the dough and divide it in two.
Roll out the first dough and place it in the mold (buttered and floured or lined with parchment paper).
Pour the cold pastry cream inside and add the chocolate chips on top.
Roll out the other dough and cut out many trees (or the Christmas shape you prefer) with a cookie cutter.
Place the trees on top of the cream and chocolate. I arranged them in a rotation until they covered the entire surface!
Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit in a preheated static oven for 35-40 minutes.
If using a convection oven, bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes.
Let it cool completely in the mold before removing it.
Your super delicious tart is ready to be enjoyed!
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