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Red Fruit Tart with Vanilla Pastry Cream

Recipe by Martha Stewart

A stunning 9‑inch tart with a buttery shortbread‑like crust (patsu cray extra), silky vanilla‑orange pastry cream set with gelatin, and a generous pile of fresh red berries. Perfect for a summer dinner party or special occasion.

MediumAmericanServes 8

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Source Video
3h 8m
Prep
52m
Cook
29m
Cleanup
4h 29m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$12.58
Total cost
$1.57
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Keeping the butter cold while making the crust dough
  • Chilling the dough before rolling
  • Blind baking the crust without over‑browning
  • Tempering the eggs and adding gelatin while the cream is hot
  • Folding whipped cream gently to retain air

Safety Warnings

  • Hot milk and pastry cream can cause severe burns – handle with care.
  • Gelatin must be fully dissolved in hot liquid; avoid inhaling powdered gelatin.
  • Use oven mitts when handling hot pans and removing weights.

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