Description
This stunning Blueberry Ganache Tart features a buttery, crisp tart crust filled with a smooth and creamy blueberry ganache. The perfect balance of sweet, tangy blueberries and rich white chocolate makes this dessert a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. A showstopper for your next dinner party or celebration! #BlueberryGanacheTart #TartRecipe #Dessert #WhiteChocolateGanache #BlueberryDessert #BerryTart #ElegantDessert #SweetTreats #BakingRecipe
Ingredients
For the Tart Crust:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 9 tbsp cold butter, cut into ½-inch cubes
- 2 egg yolks
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
For the Blueberry Ganache:
- ½ cup fresh blueberries (about 25–30 berries)
- 6 tbsp heavy cream
- 12 tbsp white chocolate chips
Equipment:
- 4-inch tart tins
- Large mixing bowl
- Mesh sieve
- Pastry cutter (or 2 forks)
- Silicone spatula
- Rolling pin
- Pie weights (or dry rice/beans)
- Small pot
- Whisk
Instructions
Tart Crust:
- Prepare Dry Ingredients:
- Sift the flour, powdered sugar, and a pinch of salt into a large mixing bowl.
- Incorporate Butter:
- Add the cold butter cubes to the dry mixture. Use a pastry cutter or two forks to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse cornmeal.
- Add Wet Ingredients:
- Add the egg yolks and vanilla extract. Mix with a silicone spatula until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix the dough to keep it tender.
- Chill the Dough:
- Shape the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Roll and Shape:
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/8-inch thickness. Cut circles slightly larger than the tart tins and press the dough into the tins. Trim any excess dough from the edges.
- Blind Bake the Crusts:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line the tart shells with parchment paper and fill with pie weights (or dry rice/beans). Bake for 10 minutes. Remove the weights and parchment, and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the crust is lightly golden. Let cool completely.
Blueberry Ganache:
- Prepare the Blueberries:
- In a small pot over medium heat, combine the blueberries and 2 tablespoons of water. Cook until the berries release their juice, about 5 minutes.
- Strain the Mixture:
- Pass the cooked blueberries through a mesh sieve to remove the skins and seeds, collecting the juice in a bowl.
- Make the Ganache:
- Heat the heavy cream in a small pot until just simmering. Remove from heat and pour over the white chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Let sit for 1 minute, then whisk until smooth.
- Incorporate Blueberry Juice:
- Stir the strained blueberry juice into the ganache until fully combined, creating a smooth, purple filling.
Assemble the Tarts:
- Spoon the blueberry ganache into the cooled tart shells, smoothing the tops with a spatula.
- Chill the tarts in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or until the ganache is set.
Notes
Garnish the tarts with fresh blueberries, edible flowers, or a dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant and striking presentation.
- Prep Time: 2 hours
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Western
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tart
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 80mg