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American Plum Tart Recipe

Irresistible American Plum Tart Recipe: Summer's Best Dessert
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword american plum tart recipe
Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 1.566kcal
Author Alice Ketty

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • pitcher
  • Saucepan

Ingredients

For the Crust

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 2-3 tablespoons ice water

Plum Filling

  • 2 pounds ripe plums, pitted and sliced
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • A pinch of salt

Instructions

Crust Preparation

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
  • Add the cold butter cubes to the flour mixture. Using your fingers or a pastry cutter, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and 2 tablespoons of ice water.
  • Gradually add the egg mixture to the flour mixture, stirring with a fork until the dough comes together. If needed, add an additional tablespoon of ice water.
  • Form the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to overnight.

Preparing the Plums

  • Wash the plums thoroughly and pat them dry.
  • Cut the plums in half and remove the pits.
  • Slice each half into 4-6 wedges, depending on the size of your plums.

Mixing the Filling

  • In a large bowl, gently toss the sliced plums with sugar, cornstarch, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.
  • Let the mixture sit for about 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the plums to release some of their juices.
  • Note: The amount of sugar you use can be adjusted based on the sweetness of your plums and your personal preference.

Preparing the Tart Pan

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Lightly grease a 9-inch tart pan with removable bottom.
  • Remove the chilled dough from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 5 minutes to soften slightly.

Rolling Out the Dough

  • On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a circle about 12 inches in diameter.
  • Carefully transfer the dough to your prepared tart pan, gently pressing it into the bottom and up the sides.
  • Trim any excess dough hanging over the edges.

Arranging the Plums

  • Drain any excess liquid from the plum mixture.
  • Arrange the plum slices in concentric circles in the tart shell, starting from the outside and working your way in.
  • Pour any remaining juices from the bowl over the arranged plums.

Baking the Tart

  • Place the tart pan on a baking sheet to catch any drips.
  • Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the plums are tender and bubbling.
  • If the edges of the crust start to brown too quickly, cover them with strips of aluminum foil.

Glazing the Tart

  • To give your American plum tart a beautiful shine and added sweetness, you can brush it with a simple glaze:
  • In a small saucepan, heat 1/4 cup of apricot jam with 1 tablespoon of water.
  • Strain the mixture to remove any fruit chunks.
  • While the tart is still warm, gently brush the glaze over the plums.

Cooling and Serving

  • Allow the tart to cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes before removing the sides.
  • Carefully transfer the tart to a serving plate.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature, perhaps with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition

Calories: 1.566kcal | Carbohydrates: 424g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 55.5g