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A rustic cherry tart with a golden, sugar-sprinkled crust and dark, bubbly cherry filling.

Rustic Cherry Tart

Angela Sellari
Savor summer's bounty with this rustic cherry tart recipe! Juicy, sweet cherries baked in a golden, free-form crust. So much easier than pie.
5 from 2 votes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 10
Calories 222 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 store bought refrigerated pie dough or recipe for homemade pie dough

Cherry Filling:

  • 1 pound
  • 3 cups sweet cherries halved and pitted
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

To Finish:

  • egg wash 1 egg white
  • 1 teaspoon water whisked together
  • 1/2 tablespoon sugar

Instructions
 

  •  If using a homemade pie dough, roll the dough out onto a lightly floured piece of parchment paper liner, into a 14 inch circle. Transfer the parchment and dough onto a baking sheet. This is really easy if you are using a ready made pie dough like I did. Transfer the parchment and dough onto a baking sheet. Simply roll out the refrigerated dough onto a baking sheet lined with a piece of parchment paper or silicone liner.
  • In a large bowl, mix together filling ingredients until evenly coated.
    Rustic Cherry Tart
  • Pour filling onto the center of the tart and spread out to within 2 inches of the edge.
    Rustic Cherry Tart
  •  Fold up the edges to keep the filling inside.
    Rustic Cherry Tart
  • Brush the pastry with egg wash and sprinkle with sugar.
    Rustic cherry tart with cherry filling, edges folded, ready for baking.
  • Bake at 375ºF for 45-50 minutes, or until filling is bubbly and crust is golden brown. Allow to cool completely before slicing and serving. You will have 4 generous servings.
    A slice of rustic cherry tart with a juicy cherry filling and a golden, sugared crust.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 222kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 257mgFiber: 1g
Keyword Rustic Cherry Tart
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