Strawberry Mascarpone Tart (Printable Version)

# What You'll Need:

→ For the crust

01 - 200 grams all-purpose flour
02 - 50 grams powdered sugar
03 - Pinch of salt
04 - 120 grams cold unsalted butter, cubed
05 - 1 large egg

→ For the filling

06 - 200 grams mascarpone cheese
07 - 200 grams heavy cream
08 - 40 grams powdered sugar
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
10 - 500 grams fresh strawberries
11 - 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for glazing)

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Combine flour, powdered sugar, and salt in a food processor. Add cold cubed butter and pulse until mixture resembles coarse meal. Add egg and pulse until dough begins to form, about 10-15 seconds. Stop as soon as dough comes together.
02 - Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and form into a ball. Flatten into a disc, wrap tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 1 hour until completely chilled.
03 - Allow dough to soften slightly at room temperature. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough into a 28 cm circle. Gently transfer to a 23 cm tart pan with removable bottom, trimming excess dough.
04 - Prick dough several times with a fork. Cover with plastic wrap and freeze until firm, about 30 minutes.
05 - Preheat oven to 190°C. Line chilled dough with aluminum foil or parchment, pressing firmly against the sides. Fill with pie weights and bake for 15-20 minutes until dry. Remove weights and foil, then bake an additional 10-15 minutes until golden brown. Shield edges with foil if browning too quickly.
06 - Remove from oven and cool completely before removing from tart pan.
07 - Wash, dry, and hull strawberries.
08 - In a large mixer bowl, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Add mascarpone cheese and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
09 - Remove cooled crust from tart pan. Spread whipped mascarpone cream evenly across the base. Arrange fresh strawberries on top as desired. For a glossy finish, brush strawberries lightly with honey.
10 - Refrigerate tart for at least 30 minutes before serving to set the filling.

# Helpful Notes:

01 - This tart features a buttery, cookie-like crust that pairs perfectly with the light mascarpone filling.
02 - For best results, ensure all chilling times are followed precisely to maintain crust structure.

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