Description

This cozy, one-serving winter fruit tart is a nostalgic, elegant treat—perfect for quiet evenings or a self-care dessert moment. With a buttery crust, creamy vanilla custard, and vibrant seasonal fruit, it’s a small batch sweet worth savoring.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Tart Shell:
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 tbsp unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
1 tsp sugar
Pinch of salt
1–2 tbsp cold water
For the Filling:
1/4 cup whole milk
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 egg yolk
1 tbsp sugar
1 tsp cornstarch
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
For the Topping:
Thinly sliced pear or apple
A few segments of blood orange or clementine
Pomegranate arils or dried cranberries
Optional: honey glaze or powdered sugar

Instructions

In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly. Add water gradually until dough forms. Chill for 30 minutes.
In a small saucepan, heat milk, cream, and vanilla. In a bowl, whisk egg yolk, sugar, and cornstarch. Temper with warm milk, return to saucepan, and stir until thickened. Chill filling.
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out dough into 4-inch tart pan. Prick base, blind-bake 12–15 mins with weights, then bake 5 mins more. Cool completely.
Fill crust with custard. Top with arranged winter fruits—pears, citrus, pomegranate, or cranberries.
Optional: Warm honey with water and lightly brush fruit for a glossy finish.

Notes

Use seasonal fruit combinations like citrus, apples, and pomegranate for the best winter flavor. Custard and crust can be made ahead for easier assembly.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baked
Cuisine: Winter Baking

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 tart
Calories: 380
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 90mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: fruit tart, winter dessert, single serving, pear, citrus, custard tart