Honey-Roasted Peach and Mascarpone Tart
A tender tart crust filled with whipped mascarpone and topped with honey-roasted peaches for a simple yet elegant dessert. This french-inspired desserts ready in about 50 minutes layers all-purpose flour, (113g), cold and cubed unsalted butter, granulated sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (113g), cold and cubed unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 3 tbsp cold water
- 3 medium, sliced ripe peaches
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp lemon juice
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. In a food processor, pulse 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup cold cubed unsalted butter, and 2 tbsp granulated sugar until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Step 2: Add 3 tbsp cold water and pulse until dough just comes together. Form dough into a disk, wrap in plastic, and chill for 15 minutes.
- Step 3: Roll out chilled dough on a floured surface to fit a 9-inch tart pan. Press dough into pan and trim edges. Prick bottom with a fork.
- Step 4: Bake crust for 15 minutes until light golden. Remove and cool slightly.
- Step 5: Toss 3 sliced ripe peaches with 3 tbsp honey and 1 tsp lemon juice. Spread peaches on a baking sheet and roast at 375°F for 10 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- Step 6: In a bowl, whisk 1 cup mascarpone cheese, 1/4 cup heavy cream, and 1 tsp vanilla extract until smooth and fluffy.
- Step 7: Spread mascarpone mixture evenly into the cooled tart shell. Arrange roasted peaches on top.
- Step 8: Chill tart for 30 minutes before serving to set flavors.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Roasted Peach and Mascarpone Tart take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (25 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Honey-Roasted Peach and Mascarpone Tart?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Roasted Peach and Mascarpone Tart?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Honey-Roasted Peach and Mascarpone Tart for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Honey-Roasted Peach and Mascarpone Tart?
French desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
