Description
This Rustic Summer Plum Tart is a delightful, buttery, and flaky dessert featuring juicy, sweet plums nestled in a golden, homemade pastry. Lightly sweetened and infused with warm spices, this free-form tart is easy to make and perfect for showcasing seasonal summer fruit. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate treat!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Tart Crust:
- 1 1/4 cups (160g) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 tbsp ice-cold water
For the Plum Filling:
- 3–4 ripe plums, pitted and sliced
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp brown sugar (for a deeper caramelized flavor)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
For the Egg Wash & Topping:
- 1 egg yolk + 1 tbsp milk (for brushing the crust)
- 1 tbsp coarse sugar (for sprinkling)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Dough:
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour and sugar.
- Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add egg yolk and ice water, mixing just until the dough comes together.
- Shape into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
2. Prepare the Plum Filling:
- In a bowl, toss the sliced plums with sugar, brown sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
- Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
3. Assemble the Tart:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface into a 12-inch circle.
- Transfer to the baking sheet and arrange the plum slices in the center, leaving a 2-inch border.
- Fold the edges of the dough over the filling, pleating as needed.
4. Bake the Tart:
- Brush the crust with egg wash and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the plums are bubbling.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing.
5. Serve & Enjoy:
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of honey for extra indulgence!
Notes
- No plums? Substitute with peaches, nectarines, or apricots.
- Want a richer crust? Replace 2 tbsp of flour with almond flour.
- For extra shine, brush the plums with warmed apricot jam after baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- chill time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-Inspired / Rustic