Currant Tart: Gourmet Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 egg yolk + 2 tbsp heavy cream
• 2 cups fresh currants, rinsed and dried
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Add cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture has a sandy texture.
2. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together egg yolk and heavy cream. Add to the flour mixture and use a fork to mix until a dough forms.
3. Form the dough into a disc and wrap in plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour.
4. Preheat the oven to 375°F. In a small mixing bowl, whisk cornstarch with 1 tbsp water until fully dissolved. Add honey, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt, and whisk until combined.
5. Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to 1/4 inch thickness. Transfer to a 9-inch tart pan and trim the edges. Prick the bottom of the crust with a fork. Blind bake for 15 minutes.
6. In a large mixing bowl, toss the currants with the honey mixture until fully coated. Pour the currants into the pre-baked crust and spread out in an even layer.
7. Bake 30-35 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. Let the tart cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Verdict and Serving Suggestions

This currant tart is the perfect combination of sweet and tart. The buttery, flaky crust compliments the slightly sour currants perfectly. Serve this tart with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent dessert.