Description
This Classic French Tart Crust boasts an irresistible buttery flavor with a crisp texture, ideal for showcasing your favorite fillings, sweet or savory. Quick to prepare and versatile, it’s a must-have in your recipe collection for easy homemade tarts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 175 grams (1½cup plus 1 tablespoon) all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoons salt
- 113 grams cold butter
- 2-3 tablespoons (30-45 milliliters) iced cold water
Instructions
- Prepare a 9-inch round tart or pie pan by lightly greasing the bottom with butter.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Whisk to ensure even distribution.
- Cut the cold butter into cubes and add to the dry ingredients. Rub the butter with your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, with some pea-sized pieces.
- Gradually incorporate cold water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together. Knead gently to form a shaggy ball.
- Shape the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. It can also be stored for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
- Roll the dough between sheets of parchment paper or on a floured surface until it's about ⅛ inch thick and larger than your baking pan.
- Transfer the rolled dough into the greased pan, pressing it into the bottom and sides, and trim any excess dough.
- Prick the base of the tart lightly with a fork to prevent bubbling. Avoid making deep holes.
- Chill the tart in the fridge for 30 minutes to set.
- Preheat your oven to 350℉. Line the crust with parchment paper, adding pie weights or dry beans to keep it from rising. For non-baked fillings, bake for 20 minutes, then remove the weights and bake for an additional 10 minutes until lightly golden. For baked fillings, bake for 20 minutes, remove the paper, and bake an extra 5 minutes until edges are golden.
Notes
Ensure the butter is cold for a flakier crust.
You can add a tablespoon of sugar for a slightly sweetened crust if desired.
The crust can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator or freezer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg