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Berry Tart with Pistachios
This vibrant and refreshing berry tart features a buttery shortcrust pastry shell filled with fresh strawberries and a glossy raspberry jelly glaze. Finished with a scattering of toasted pistachios, this dessert is a celebration of texture and color. Ideal for spring and summer gatherings, it’s both elegant and approachable, combining the rich nuttiness of pistachios with the bright sweetness of ripe berries.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 338 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp confectioners’ sugar
  • ½ cup butter (or margarine)
  • 3 cups strawberries (whole )
  • 10½ oz red raspberry jelly
  • ¼ to ½ cup lightly toasted pistachios (finely chopped )

Instructions
 

Step 1: Make the Crust

  • Sift flour and sugar into mixing bowl.
  • Cut in butter using a pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Chill dough for 30 minutes.

Step 2: Bake the Crust

  • Press dough firmly into bottom and sides of a 9-inch tart or pie pan.
  • Bake in preheated oven at 375°F for 10–12 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Cool on a cake rack.

Step 3: Prepare the Berries

  • Rinse and dry strawberries thoroughly.
  • Pinch out stems, do not slice them off.
  • Arrange berries pointed side up in the cooled crust.

Step 4: Glaze the Tart

  • Heat jelly over low heat, stirring until melted.
  • Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  • Carefully spoon jelly over the berries to coat evenly.
  • Chill tart until the jelly sets.

Step 5: Garnish and Serve

  • Just before serving, sprinkle tart with chopped pistachios.

Tips

  • Use all raspberries or all strawberries for a single-berry version
  • Swap pistachios with pecans or walnuts if needed
  • A graham cracker crust can replace the pastry crust
  • Chill berries before assembling for faster setting
  • Add a splash of lemon juice to the jelly for brightness
  • Serve with lightly sweetened whipped cream
  • Use seedless jelly for a smoother finish
  • Toast pistachios lightly for deeper flavor
  • Assemble up to 6 hours ahead for entertaining

Nutrition

Calories: 338kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 5gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.05gSodium: 161mgPotassium: 232mgFiber: 3gSugar: 37gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 47mgCalcium: 72mgIron: 2mg
Keyword berry pie, fruit pie, no top crust, pistachio crust, retro recipe, summer dessert, vintage dessert
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