Roasted Strawberry and Ricotta Tart with Honey Glaze
A tender tart crust filled with creamy ricotta and topped with oven-roasted strawberries glazed with honey for a bright and luscious finish. This french-inspired desserts ready in about 50 minutes layers all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cold water 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 310 calories and feeds 6, 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 (1 stick), chilled and cubed unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 3 tbsp cold water
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 2 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. In a food processor, pulse 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, and 1/2 cup chilled unsalted butter cubes until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Step 2: Add 3 tbsp cold water gradually and pulse until dough just comes together. Turn dough onto a floured surface and gently knead into a ball. Flatten into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for 30 minutes.
- Step 3: Roll chilled dough into a 10-inch circle and press into a 9-inch tart pan with removable bottom, trimming excess dough. Prick the base with a fork and bake for 15 minutes until lightly golden.
- Step 4: While crust bakes, mix 1 cup ricotta cheese with 2 tbsp powdered sugar and 1 tsp vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Step 5: Spread ricotta filling evenly into the warm tart shell.
- Step 6: Toss 1 1/2 cups halved fresh strawberries with 2 tbsp honey and spread them on top of the ricotta layer.
- Step 7: Return tart to oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes until strawberries are softened and slightly caramelized.
- Step 8: Let tart cool for 20 minutes before removing from pan and serving to enjoy the contrast of creamy ricotta and sweet roasted fruit.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Roasted Strawberry and Ricotta Tart with Honey Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (20 min prep + 30 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 Roasted Strawberry and Ricotta Tart with Honey Glaze?
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 Roasted Strawberry and Ricotta Tart with Honey Glaze?
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 Roasted Strawberry and Ricotta Tart with Honey Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Roasted Strawberry and Ricotta Tart with Honey Glaze?
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.
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