Simple & Rustic Artisan Peach Tart Recipe (2024)

This artisan peach tart recipe is the perfect summer dessert to make when fresh peaches are in season. Serve with a scoop of homemade ice cream and enjoy the sweet flavors of the summer.

What is an Artisan Peach Tart?

An artisan peach tart is commonly referred to a peach galette. A galette is a rustic, free-form tart that can be made with a variety of fruits, and it in this case, ripe peaches.

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The term “rustic” in this context refers to the informal, imperfect, and homemade nature of the dessert. Unlike more precisely shaped and structured pastries, a galette embraces a natural and unrefined appearance.

A simple peachgalette is free-form, meaning it is not baked in a pie dish or tart pan with defined edges. Instead, the dough is typically rolled out into a rough circle, and the edges are folded over the filling. This lack of a strict form gives it a casual and charming appearance.

While a galette is often described as a tart, it differs from traditional tarts in its shape and method of preparation. Tarts typically have a more structured and precise appearance, often baked in a fluted tart pan with a removable bottom. A galette, on the other hand, is free-standing on a baking sheet.

Galettes are a versatile fruit tart that can be made with a variety of fruits, depending on what’s in season or your personal preference. Besides peaches, common choices include berries, apples, pears, plums, and more. The fruit is usually arranged in the center of the dough, and the edges of the dough are folded up and over the filling.

An artisan peach tart is a charming and visually appealing dessert that celebrates simplicity and the natural beauty of fresh fruit. Its free-form, rustic appearance distinguishes it from more structured pastries, making it an excellent choice for those who appreciate a homemade, relaxed, and delicious dessert.

​Ingredient List

For the Dough:

• All-purpose flour
• Granulated sugar
• Salt
• Butter, cold and cut into small pieces
• Ice water

For the Filling:

• Fresh peaches, sliced
• Granulated sugar
• All-purpose flour
• Vanilla extract
• Salt

For Assembly:

• Milk or cream (for brushing the crust)
• Powdered sugar

How to Make a Artisan Peach Tart

Crust:

1. In a high-powered blender or food processor, blend together the dry ingredients: flour, salt, and cold butter cubes until the cubes are broken up.
2. Transfer the flour mixture to a large mixing bowl and add ⅓ cup of ice-cold water. Stir gently, adding more water if needed, until the dough forms a moist but not too sticky ball.
3. Remove the dough and wrap it in plastic wrap, shaping it into a round flat disk. Chill in the fridge for at least 45 minutes.

Assembly:

1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Roll out the chilled dough on a floured work surface or waxed paper into a circle 14–16″ in diameter, dusting with flour to prevent sticking.
3. Carefully transfer the rolled-out dough onto the lined baking sheet.

Filling:

1. In a large bowl, combine sliced peaches, sugar, lime juice, cornstarch, and salt until the cornstarch is completely dissolved.
2. Place the peach mixture in the center of the crust, leaving a 2″ border. Fold the crust over the filling and brush the entire crust with an egg wash.
3. Dot the top of the filling with butter cubes and dust with sugar for a glaze.

Baking:

• Bake for 20 minutes, then rotate the pan and bake an additional 20–25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the center is hot and bubbly.

Finishing Touch:

• For an extra sweet glaze, add any remaining butter to the top of the tart and sprinkle a little bit with more sugar. Allow it to melt as the tart cools.
• The best way is to serve with a sprinkle of powdered sugar and a side of vanilla ice cream. Enjoy peach season

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