🍑 Peach & Cherry Cream Tart

Sweet, buttery, and bursting with fresh summer fruit, this Peach & Cherry Cream Tart features a crisp golden pastry shell filled with silky vanilla mascarpone cream and topped with juicy peach slices and fresh cherries. Finished with a light fruit glaze and a dusting of powdered sugar, these elegant mini tarts are perfect for brunches, tea parties, or a refreshing summer dessert.

🛒 Ingredients

For the Tart Shells

• 1¼ cups (160 g) all-purpose flour

• ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed

• ¼ cup (30 g) powdered sugar

• 1 egg yolk

• 1–2 tbsp ice water

• ¼ tsp salt

• ½ tsp vanilla extract

For the Vanilla Cream Filling

• 8 oz (225 g) mascarpone cheese

• ½ cup (120 ml) heavy whipping cream

• ¼ cup (30 g) powdered sugar

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• ½ tsp lemon zest

Fruit Topping

• 2 ripe peaches, thinly sliced

• 10–12 fresh cherries, pitted

• Fresh mint leaves

Fruit Glaze

• 2 tbsp apricot jam

• 1 tbsp water

• ½ tsp lemon juice

Garnish

• Powdered sugar

• Fresh mint

• Lemon zest

• Extra peach slices

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1 – Prepare the Tart Dough

1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, powdered sugar, and salt.

2. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

3. Add the egg yolk, vanilla, and enough ice water to form a dough.

4. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Step 2 – Bake the Tart Shells

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Roll out the chilled dough and line four 4-inch tart pans.

3. Prick the bottoms with a fork.

4. Line with parchment paper and fill with pie weights.

5. Bake for 15 minutes.

6. Remove the weights and bake for another 8–10 minutes, until golden brown.

7. Let the shells cool completely.

Step 3 – Make the Vanilla Cream

1. Beat the mascarpone until smooth.

2. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.

3. Add the powdered sugar, vanilla, and lemon zest to the mascarpone.

4. Gently fold in the whipped cream until light and fluffy.

5. Chill for 20 minutes.

Step 4 – Assemble the Tarts

1. Spoon or pipe the vanilla cream into each cooled tart shell.

2. Arrange the peach slices in overlapping layers.

3. Place fresh cherries in the center.

4. Decorate with mint leaves.

Step 5 – Prepare the Glaze

1. Heat the apricot jam with the water and lemon juice until smooth.

2. Brush lightly over the peaches and cherries to create a glossy finish.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

Serve with:

• Freshly brewed coffee

• Earl Grey tea

• Sparkling lemonade

• Vanilla ice cream

• Prosecco for special occasions

💡 Tips for Success

• Use ripe but firm peaches so they hold their shape.

• Chill the tart shells completely before filling.

• Whip the cream only to soft peaks for the lightest texture.

• Glaze the fruit just before serving for maximum shine.

• Refrigerate the assembled tarts for 20–30 minutes before serving for cleaner slices.

❄️ Storage

• Refrigerate for up to 2 days.

• Store in an airtight container.

• Do not freeze after assembling, as the fresh fruit and cream may lose their texture.

🌿 Delicious Variations

• Substitute nectarines for peaches.

• Add fresh raspberries or blueberries.

• Use pastry cream instead of mascarpone cream.

• Sprinkle chopped pistachios or toasted almonds over the top.

• Drizzle with white chocolate for extra indulgence.

⭐ Why You'll Love This Recipe

This Peach & Cherry Cream Tart is the perfect balance of crisp pastry, creamy filling, and fresh seasonal fruit.

• 🍑 Juicy ripe peaches

• 🍒 Sweet fresh cherries

• 🤍 Light vanilla mascarpone cream

• 🥧 Buttery homemade tart shell

• ✨ Elegant bakery-style presentation

Whether you're preparing dessert for a summer gathering, afternoon tea, or simply treating yourself, these beautiful fruit tarts are guaranteed to impress with their vibrant flavors and stunning presentation.