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Tarte aux Myrtilles: A Complete Guide to the Classic French Blueberry Tart


  • Author: Elsa
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 68 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A rustic French-style blueberry tart made with a crisp pâte brisée crust and a light migaine filling of crème fraîche and egg yolks. Perfect served warm or cold with a dusting of powdered sugar.


Ingredients

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  • For the pâte brisée (crust):
    • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
    • 1/2 cup (125g) cold unsalted butter, cubed
    • Pinch of salt
    • About 1/4 cup (50ml) ice-cold water
  • For the filling:
    • 3 cups (570g) fresh blueberries, washed and dried
    • 1/4 cup (70g) crème fraîche
    • 2 egg yolks
    • 2 tablespoons (25g) sugar

Instructions

  1. Make the pâte brisée:
    • In a bowl, combine flour and salt.
    • Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
    • Gradually add ice water until dough just comes together. Do not overmix.
    • Form into a disc, wrap in plastic, and chill for 20 minutes.
  2. Prepare the tart shell:
    • Roll out the chilled dough and press it into a 9-inch tart pan.
    • Trim edges and prick the base with a fork.
  3. Prepare the filling:
    • In a small bowl, whisk together crème fraîche and egg yolks until smooth.
    • Evenly distribute the blueberries in the prepared tart shell.
    • Pour the custard mixture over the berries.
    • Sprinkle sugar over the top.
  4. Bake:
    • Preheat oven to 390°F (200°C).
    • Bake for about 40 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the custard is set.
  5. Cool and Serve:
    • Allow the tart to cool for at least 15 minutes before serving.
    • Serve warm or cold. Optional: dust with powdered sugar or serve with whipped cream.

Notes

This tart is best enjoyed the same day but can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days. You can substitute crème fraîche with sour cream or Greek yogurt in a pinch.

  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: French

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 60mg
  • Fat: 17g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg