Description
A flaky butter crust filled with fresh peaches and crowned with a golden streusel topping. This dessert celebrates summer’s peak fruit with a comforting, rustic finish that pairs perfectly with afternoon tea or a sweet finale to a meal.
Ingredients
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 egg, lightly beaten
3–4 ripe peaches, sliced
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For streusel: 1/2 cup flour, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup butter, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
Combine flour, sugar, and salt for crust. Work in butter until crumbly. Add egg and mix until dough forms. Chill 30 minutes.
Roll dough into 1/8-inch thickness and press into a 9-inch tart pan.
In a bowl, toss peaches with lemon juice and cinnamon. Arrange in tartshell.
Mix streusel ingredients until crumbly. Sprinkle over peaches.
Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 35-40 minutes, until golden and bubbly.
Notes
Use parchment paper to chill dough for easier shaping
Substitute apples or plums for seasonal variations
Store in airtight container for up to 3 days
Best served at room temperature
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of tart)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg