Elegant Mixed Fruit Tart with Amaretto Pastry Crème
A stunning centerpiece for any dessert table, this mixed fruit tart pairs a crisp, buttery crust with a luscious amaretto pastry crème and a colorful array of fresh fruits. It’s a showstopper that tastes as incredible as it looks—ideal for spring brunches, summer parties, or anytime you want to impress.
🍓 Ingredients
For the Tart Shell:
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 egg yolk
- 1–2 tbsp ice water
For the Amaretto Crème Pâtissière:
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 4 egg yolks
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp amaretto liqueur
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
For the Topping:
- 1 cup strawberries, halved
- 1/2 cup blueberries
- 1/2 cup kiwi slices
- 1/2 cup mandarin orange segments
- 1/4 cup apricot jam (for glaze)
🥣 Instructions
Make the Tart Shell:
In a food processor, pulse flour, sugar, and salt. Add butter and pulse until crumbly. Add egg yolk and just enough ice water to bring dough together. Shape into a disk, wrap, and chill 30–45 minutes. Roll out and press into a 9-inch tart pan. Prick with a fork and freeze 10 minutes. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes or until golden. Cool completely.
Prepare the Amaretto Crème:
Heat milk in a saucepan until steaming. In a bowl, whisk yolks, sugar, and cornstarch. Slowly pour in hot milk, whisking constantly. Return to heat and cook, whisking until thickened, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla, amaretto, and butter. Strain if needed. Chill with plastic wrap touching the surface.
Assemble the Tart:
Spread cooled amaretto crème into the tart shell. Top decoratively with fresh fruit. Warm apricot jam with a splash of water, strain, and brush over the fruit for a glossy finish.
Amazon Must-Haves to help you create the best Mixed Fruit Tart with Amaretto Crème
- 🥧 9-Inch Nonstick Tart Pan with Removable Bottom – Perfect for even baking and easy release
- 🍮 Fine Mesh Strainer – Great for smooth pastry cream or fruit glaze
- 🥄 Heat-Resistant Silicone Whisks – Whisk your crème to silky perfection
- 🍷 Amaretto Liqueur – The key to that nutty, aromatic twist
- 🫙 Apricot Fruit Preserves – Perfect for that professional bakery-style glaze
💡 Helpful Tip: Arrange your fruit starting from the center and work outward in concentric circles for a visually striking tart—and always glaze immediately to keep fruit fresh and vibrant.