Tarts are the perfect amalgamation of sweet and savoury. With their buttery, flaky crusts and endless filling possibilities, tarts have become a favourite among home bakers and professional chefs alike. Whether you want to have a classic cherry tart or a melt-in-mouth chocolatey variation, the pastry’s versatility will make you fall in love with it.
And what’s a better way to bake tarts than in your OTG? So, why don’t you make the most of the versatile Oven-To-Grill and experiment with tart recipes? Here are some interesting tart variations that you shouldn’t miss out on. Just preheat your Usha's OTG, whisk the ingredients, bake to perfection, and dig into your freshly baked tart.
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Blueberry Tart
If you’re baking tart for the first time, try making the classic blueberry tart that has won millions of hearts. The buttery crust of the tart and the tarty berries make a dessert that you really should try. Just ensure that you are prebaking the crust in Usha’s OTG before adding the blueberry filling to prevent it from getting soggy. For a deeper flavour, don’t forget to add a little squeeze of lemon juice and cinnamon sticks to the blueberry filling.
Chocolate Tart
For people who love crunchy mini treats, a chocolate tart will be the perfect choice. You can start by preparing a tart from scratch with flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and eggs, and bake in your Usha’s OTG. After the crunchy tart is ready, you can make a chocolatey filling with a melted chocolate bar, whipped cream, and a few chocolate chips. Then, add the filling in the tarts, refrigerate till they are set, and enjoy.
Mixed Berry Tart
If you are a fan of berries like strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries, you should definitely try making a berry tart for the weekend. With your favourite chopped or whole berries, you can make a sweet and tarty filling by combining them with sugar, cornstarch, and a little lemon juice. Then, you can fill in your pre-baked tart crust and bake for another half an hour. Finally, you can add some whipped cream on top and garnish with a few berries.
Tropical Fruit Tart
To get the most out of the seasonal fruits, you can make a tart with your favourite ones that are also easily available. You can either choose one or multiple fruit combinations from fruits like mangoes, kiwis, and pineapple to make your tropical fruit tart. All you need to do for this fruity tart is prepare a filling, beautifully arrange the fruits in the tart, and bake it in Usha’s OTG.
Cherry Tart
With little juicy summer fruit cherries, you can add the perfect balance of sweet and sour to your crispy tarts. Start by making a crunchy crust dough, lining it in a pan, and partially baking it before adding the filling to avoid a soggy base. While the crust is being baked, you can make a tarty filling with pitted cherries, powdered sugar, and some cornstarch. After blending everything together, add a squeeze of lemon juice, and all that’s left is to bake and eat.
Hazelnut Praline Tart
Hazelnut praline tart is a dessert that will just melt in your mouth. Featuring a crunchy yet buttery crust filled with a creamy filling made with roasted hazelnuts and caramelised sugar, it will be perfect to experiment with your Usha’s OTG. You can also garnish it with chopped hazelnuts for an extra touch of nutty flavour.
Pecan Tart
If you want to get a festive vibe, you no longer have to wait for the calendar to turn; you can just bake a pecan tart on a fine weekend. The pecan tart has a crunchy crust and a chewy filling that can give you an indulgent experience. And all you need to make the buttery filling is chopped pecans mixed in eggs, corn syrup, sugar, and some butter.