Strawberry Shortcake Tart (with microwave pastry cream!)

Strawberries, whipped cream, and spongy cake - few things are more awesome at a summer picnic than strawberry shortcake. With all the same flavors, this tart is easy to prepare and requires only minimal oven-time thanks to a yummy cookie crust, microwave pastry cream, and delicious fresh berries.


Makes one 9" tart

Step 1: You'll Need. . .

Software
For the crust

• 11 shortbread cookies
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons sugar

For the microwave pastry cream¹

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 large egg yolk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or vanilla paste

For the strawberry topping

• Approximately 12 medium-sized strawberries
• About a tablespoon of sugar

Hardware

• Medium-sized microwave-safe mixing bowl
• Whisk
• 2 small mixing bowls
• Microwave
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Knife and cutting board
• Food processor
• Large spoon or small drinking glass
• 9" tart pan with removable bottom

¹I made pastry cream in the microwave, but you could do it in a pot on the stovetop if you'd like

Comments

[garnishrecipes]

This is so pretty! I like the microwave pastry cream idea.

[shesparticular]

Thanks so much!

[Penolopy Bulnick]

Beautiful! It just looks like it would taste wonderful!

[shesparticular]

It really was dangerously delicious :)

[bgartman]

Wow- this looks really delicious!

[shesparticular]

Thanks so much!

[mikeasaurus]

Looks delicious! I'm a sucker for pies with a homemade crust.
^{_{(also, loving the animated gif!)}}

[shesparticular]

Thanks so mucg!