Ingredients

• all-purpose flour - 1 ½ cups
• unsalted butter - ½ cup, chilled and cubed
• granulated sugar - ¼ cup
• salt - ¼ teaspoon
• cold water - 2-4 tablespoons
• egg yolks - 3
• milk - 2 cups
• vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• cornstarch - 2 tablespoons
• mixed berries - 2 cups
• apricot jam - 2 tablespoons

Instructions

1. 1.

   Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. 2.

   In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

3. 3.

   Add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until dough forms. Chill for 30 minutes.

4. 4.

   Roll out the dough on a floured surface and fit into a tart pan. Prick the base with a fork.

5. 5.

   Blind bake the crust for 15 minutes, then remove weights and bake for another 10 minutes until golden.

6. 6.

   In a saucepan, whisk together egg yolks, milk, vanilla, sugar, and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat until thickened.

7. 7.

   Pour the custard into the cooled crust and spread evenly.

8. 8.

   Arrange mixed berries on top of the custard.

9. 9.

   Melt apricot jam and brush over the berries for a glossy finish.

10. 10.

    Chill the tart in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutritional Facts