{"id":214991,"date":"2018-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-16T00:58:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/cherry-tarts\/"},"modified":"2024-10-24T18:21:06","modified_gmt":"2024-10-24T23:21:06","slug":"cherry-tarts","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/cherry-tarts\/","title":{"rendered":"Cherry Tarts"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When you want a juicy, fruity dessert made ahead of time, these cherry tarts fit the bill. Just bake the pastry shells, and make the filling. Then assemble when ready to enjoy\u2014so easy!<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re like us, you love <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/baking-with-cherries\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/baking-with-cherries\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">baking with cherries<\/a>. Whether a classic cherry pie, crumbly cobbler, or bite-sized cherry tart, the stone fruit is a dessert star. You can use canned, frozen or fresh cherries for most cherry recipes, so they\u2019re perfect to serve any time of year.<\/p>\n<p>Among with our other classic tarts, such as our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/vanilla-cream-fruit-tart\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/vanilla-cream-fruit-tart\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">vanilla cream fruit tart<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/tart-tangy-lemon-tart\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/tart-tangy-lemon-tart\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">tangy lemon tart<\/a>, these cherry tarts are one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/our-prettiest-tart-recipes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/our-prettiest-tart-recipes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">prettiest tart recipes<\/a> around. Here\u2019s how to make them.<\/p>\n<h2>Ingredients for Cherry Tarts<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Flour<\/strong>: Good ol&#8217; all-purpose flour is best for this recipe. If you need to steer away from gluten, here are some of our favorite <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/best-gluten-free-flour-blends\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/best-gluten-free-flour-blends\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">gluten-free flour blends<\/a>. Most are good as a one-to-one swap.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Shortening<\/strong>: This classic tart pastry uses shortening, but it\u2019s fine to use a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/classic-butter-pie-pastry\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/classic-butter-pie-pastry\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">classic butter pie pastry<\/a> instead. If you\u2019re unsure which fat to use, take a peek at our guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/butter-shortening-or-lard-find-out-which-makes-the-best-pie-crust\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/butter-shortening-or-lard-find-out-which-makes-the-best-pie-crust\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">which makes the best pie crust<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cherries<\/strong>: This recipe calls for canned tart cherries, which are generally Montmorency cherries packed in water with no added sugar. If using other <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/types-of-cherries\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/types-of-cherries\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">types of cherries<\/a>, opt for a tart or sour variety over sweet. If you only have sweet cherries on hand, reduce the sugar and add a little lemon juice. You can also use fresh or frozen cherries for this cherry filling. If using fresh, here&#8217;s a primer on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-pit-cherries\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-pit-cherries\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">how to pit cherries<\/a>. If using frozen, you don\u2019t need to thaw them first.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Almond extrac<\/strong>t: Almond flavoring and cherries are a match made in fruit-filled heaven. But if you\u2019re not a fan, try using vanilla or omit altogether.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Directions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Make the dough<\/h3>\n<p>In a small bowl, combine the flour and salt. Cut in the shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add just enough water until the dough forms a ball. Refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes to allow the gluten to settle and so it\u2019s easier to roll out.<\/p>\n<p><em>Editor&#8217;s Tip<\/em>: When making a pastry dough, add water just a little at a time. You can always add more water, but you can\u2019t take it away once it&#8217;s been added! If you add too much moisture, the pastry will be too sticky to handle and roll out, and it won\u2019t develop that coveted flakiness as it bakes.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Make the tart shells<\/h3>\n<p>Preheat the oven to 450\u00b0F. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to 1\/8-inch thickness. Cut out eight 5-inch circles. Place each pastry disk over an inverted custard cup on an ungreased 15x10x1-inch baking pan, and flute the edges. Bake the shells for 10 to 11 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 5 minutes. Remove the tart shells from the custard cups, and let them cool completely on wire racks.<\/p>\n<p><em>Editor&#8217;s Tip<\/em>: Since you\u2019re cutting 5-inch pastry disks, you can use custard cups of any size, even 8-ounce cups. The larger size may result in a slightly flatter tart shell, however. Here\u2019s a standard <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Ramekins-Porcelain-Ramiken-Souffle-Custard\/dp\/B0BGXSSQ54\/\" data-name=\"www.amazon.com\/Ramekins-Porcelain-Ramiken-Souffle-Custard\/dp\/B0BGXSSQ54\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">oven-safe custard cup<\/a> that\u2019s handy to have in every kitchen.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 3: Make the filling<\/h3>\n<p>In a large saucepan, combine the sugar and cornstarch. Drain the cherries, reserving 1 cup juice, and set cherries aside. Stir the reserved juice into the sugar mixture until smooth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then cook and stir for two minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat, and stir in the cherries, butter, almond extract and, if using, the food coloring. Let the filling cool to room temperature.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 4: Fill the tarts<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1922961\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Cherry-Tarts-TOHcom23_22323_DR_09_21_9b_KSedit.jpg?fit=700%2C467\" alt=\"Cherry Tarts Served in a Plate on Wooden Surface\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Spoon about 1\/4 cup filling into each tart shell. Serve.<\/p>\n<h2>Cherry Tart Variations<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Make rustic cherry tarts<\/strong>: If you don\u2019t have custard cups to make the shells, simply make rustic tarts. Spoon the cherry filling onto the middle of each pastry round, then fold and pleat the pastry edges around the fruit. Brush the edges with an egg wash, and bake in a 400\u00b0 oven for 15 to 20 minutes, until the pastry is golden brown. Remove from the oven, and cool the cherry tarts on a wire rack.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use canned pie filling<\/strong>: Skip making your own cherry filling altogether, and use canned pie filling instead. Omit Step 3 and go right to Step 4. After the tart shells have cooled, spoon cherry pie filling into the shells, and serve.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use a different dough<\/strong>: Instead of a dough made with shortening, you can make a classic butter pie pastry for the shells. Fresh or frozen pie crusts are perfectly fine to use, as well. Or use premade tart shells.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Store Leftover Cherry Tarts<\/h2>\n<p>You can store these cherry tarts in an airtight container for two to three days, or in the fridge for up to one week.<\/p>\n<h2>How to Freeze Cherry Tarts<\/h2>\n<p>To freeze the cherry tarts, wrap in storage wrap, and store in a freezer-safe container or bag in the freezer for up to one month. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight, then let them sit on the counter for 15 to 20 minutes before serving.<\/p>\n<h2>Cherry Tart Tips<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1922960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Cherry-Tarts-TOHcom23_22323_DR_09_21_8b_KSedit.jpg?fit=700%2C467\" alt=\"Cherry Tarts on Cooking \/ Cooling Rack on Wooden Surface\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Can I make cherry tarts ahead of time?<\/h3>\n<p>To make the cherry tarts in advance, make the shells and filling separately a few days in advance, then fill and serve when you\u2019re ready to eat. Assembling right before serving keeps the pastry from getting soggy.<\/p>\n<h3>How do you serve cherry tarts?<\/h3>\n<p>Serve cherry tarts with a dollop of whipped cream. A small scoop of vanilla ice cream wouldn\u2019t be so bad, either.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>At our house, we celebrate George Washington&#8217;s birthday with this cherry 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Cut in the shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add just enough water until the dough forms a ball. Refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes to allow the gluten to settle and so it\u2019s easier to roll out. Editor's Tip: When making a pastry dough, add water just a little at a time. You can always add more water, but you can\u2019t take it away once it's been added! If you add too much moisture, the pastry will be too sticky to handle and roll out, and it won\u2019t develop that coveted flakiness as it bakes."},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Make the tart shells","text":"Preheat the oven to 450\u00b0F. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to 1\/8-inch thickness. Cut out eight 5-inch circles. Place each pastry disk over an inverted custard cup on an ungreased 15x10x1-inch baking pan, and flute the edges. Bake the shells for 10 to 11 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 5 minutes. Remove the tart shells from the custard cups, and let them cool completely on wire racks. Editor's Tip: Since you\u2019re cutting 5-inch pastry disks, you can use custard cups of any size, even 8-ounce cups. The larger size may result in a slightly flatter tart shell, however. Here\u2019s a standard oven-safe custard cup that\u2019s handy to have in every kitchen."},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Make the filling","text":"In a large saucepan, combine the sugar and cornstarch. Drain the cherries, reserving 1 cup juice, and set cherries aside. Stir the reserved juice into the sugar mixture until smooth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then cook and stir for two minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat, and stir in the cherries, butter, almond extract and, if using, the food coloring. Let the filling cool to room temperature."},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Fill the tarts","text":"Spoon about 1\/4 cup filling into each tart shell. 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I used cherries from my friends tree and they were sooo tart, but this recipe was perfect. 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