Ricotta Tart
A creamy ricotta tart with a buttery crust, topped with fresh strawberries and a glossy jam glaze. Simple to make and perfect for dessert or brunch.
- Total time
- 55 min
- Servings
- 8
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 8g
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup butter
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup strawberries
- ¼ cup strawberry jam
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F. In a bowl, mix flour, 1/4 cup sugar, and cold butter until crumbly.
- 2
Add egg and mix until dough forms. Press into a 9-inch tart pan, including sides.
- 3
In another bowl, combine ricotta, remaining 1/4 cup sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- 4
Pour ricotta mixture into crust and smooth the top.
- 5
Bake for 30-35 minutes until filling is set and crust is golden. Cool completely.
- 6
Arrange sliced strawberries on top of cooled tart.
- 7
Warm jam with 1 tablespoon water, then brush over strawberries for shine.
Tools you’ll need
- 9-inch tart pan
- mixing bowls
- pastry cutter or fork
- rolling pin (optional)
- pastry brush
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