Wild Strawberry Tarts

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup of granulated sugar
• ½ cup of chilled unsalted butter
• 1 cup of fresh wild strawberries
• 1 egg yolk
• 2 tablespoons of ice cold water
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• ¼ teaspoon of salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
2. In a food processor, pulse the flour, granulated sugar, and salt until combined.
3. Add in the chilled unsalted butter, vanilla extract, egg yolk, and ice cold water; pulse until the mixture looks like coarse sand.
4. Flour your surface and knead the dough a few times until a smooth ball forms.
5. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch in thickness.
6. Place the dough into the tart pan and trim off any excess dough from the edges.
7. Bake the tart for 10 to 12 minutes or until it turns golden brown.
8. Let the tart cool before filling it with fresh wild strawberries.
9. Serve and enjoy.

Verdict:

These wild strawberry tarts are the perfect addition to any summer gathering. The crust is buttery and flaky, while the fresh wild strawberries add the perfect sweet-tart flavor. They are easy to make and will definitely impress your guests.

Serving Suggestions:

These tarts can be served as a dessert after any meal, or you can make mini-tarts to serve as bite-sized appetizers at a party. You can also top them with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an even more decadent treat.