As the weekend approaches, people tend to switch off their work mode and shift towards recreational activities. One of the best recreational activities that’s even therapeutic at times is baking. So, if you are free this weekend and looking for some interesting activities to plan with your partner, friends, or even kids, you can get your hands on baking.
To start with your baking experiment, you can make fruit tarts that will give you a sense of satisfaction once the entire process is completed. Plus, the tarts give you the liberty to choose from a wide range of flavours that suit your palate. So, what are you waiting for? Preheat the oven, keep your ingredients ready, and get baking some fruity tarts.
Cherry Tart
Cherry tart is a great option to make, especially in summer. With little juicy summer fruit, you can add the perfect balance of sweet and sour to your crispy tarts. You can start by making a crunchy crust dough, lining it in a pan, and partially baking it before adding the filling to avoid a soggy base. While the crust is being baked, you can make a tarty filling with pitted cherries, powdered sugar, and some cornstarch. After blending everything together, add a squeeze of lemon juice, and all that’s left is to bake and eat.
Lemon Tart
If you like to indulge in zesty summer flavours, you can try making a lemon tart. For the lemon tart, you can make lemon curd by whisking egg yolks, lemon juice, sugar, and butter till you get a consistent filling. You can add the filling to the partially baked crust and bake for another half an hour. To make the dessert even more indulgent, you can add some whipped cream on the top, along with a few berries.
Tropical Fruit Tart
To get the most out of the seasonal fruits, you can make a tart with your favourite ones that are also easily available. You can either choose one or multiple fruit combinations from fruits like mangoes, kiwis, and pineapple to make your tropical fruit tart. All you need to do for this fruity tart is shop and beautifully arrange the fruits in the tart and bake it. You can then add some lemon juice mixed with whipped cream to add a creamy twist to the vibrant-coloured fruits.
Apple Tart
Apple tart is a timeless dessert that brings out the most of the humble fruit, apple. The combination of a flaky crust and the warm flavours of the apple will give your weekend a sweet note. Once you have half-baked the crust, you can make the filling with apple slices mixed with sugar or honey, cinnamon, and a squeeze of lemon. You can then bake it to perfection and enjoy the dessert with your loved ones.
Berry Tart
If you are a fan of berries like strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries, you should definitely try making a berry tart for the weekend. With your favourite chopped or whole berries, you can make a sweet and tarty filling by combining them with sugar, cornstarch, and a little lemon juice. Then, you can fill in your pre-baked tart crust and bake for another half an hour. Finally, you can add some whipped cream on top and garnish with a few berries.
