Description
This Heavenly Shortbread Plum Tart blends a buttery, golden crust with juicy, jammy plums for the perfect balance of sweet and tart. Simple ingredients, rustic charm, and a melt-in-your-mouth texture make it a must-bake for any fruit dessert lover.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 5 to 6 medium fresh plums, sliced
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch tart or springform pan and set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Stir in vanilla. Press two-thirds of the mixture into the bottom of the pan to form the crust.
- Line the base of your prepared pan with the pressed crust, pressing slightly up the sides.
- Toss sliced plums with brown sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and cinnamon if using. Spread evenly over the crust. Crumble remaining dough on top.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes until golden brown and the plum filling is bubbling.
- Let the tart cool completely in the pan before removing.
- Serve at room temperature or slightly warm. Pair with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm plums for best texture and flavor.
- Let tart cool fully before slicing for clean cuts.
- Substitute plums with apricots or peaches if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg