Ricotta Tart with Strawberry Compote

Ingredients for the shortcrust pastry:

  • 300 g of 00 flour
  • 150 g of butter
  • 100 g of sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 pinch of salt

Ingredients for the filling:

  • 500 g of cow ricotta
  • 100 g of sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • grated lemon zest
  • strawberry compote by Lina flavours and delights

Preparation:

  1. knead the flour with the cold butter cut into pieces, the sugar, the egg and the salt, until you obtain a smooth dough
  2. Wrap the dough in cling film and let it rest in the fridge for at least 30 minutes
  3. Meanwhile, in a bowl, mix the ricotta with the sugar, eggs and grated lemon zest
  4. roll out the shortcrust pastry and line a cake tin with it
  5. Pour the ricotta filling into the cake tin and bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 40 minutes
  6. let the tart cool and fill it with Lina sapori e delizie's strawberry compote.

Why it works:

  • contrast of consistencies
    • crumbly shortcrust pastry: the shortcrust pastry base, if well made, is crumbly and melts in the mouth, creating a pleasant contrast with the softness of the filling
    • Creamy ricotta filling: ricotta, mixed with sugar and eggs, creates a creamy and enveloping filling, which marries perfectly with the consistency of the shortcrust pastry
    • Fruit Compote: Fresh fruit compote adds a touch of texture and a slightly tart note that balances the sweetness of the filling.
  • balance of flavours
    • delicate sweetness of ricotta: ricotta, with its delicate and slightly sweet flavour, marries perfectly with the sweetness of the compote
    • acidity of the compote: the fruit compote adds a note of freshness that balances the sweetness of the filling and the shortcrust pastry
    • complementary flavours: the grated lemon zest, added to the ricotta filling, adds a fresh and citrusy aroma that enhances the flavours of the other ingredients
  • versatility
    • variety of compotes: the ricotta tart lends itself to infinite variations, depending on the fruit compote used. You can use apricots, strawberries, berries, peaches or any other seasonal fruit
    • adaptability: the recipe can be easily adapted to personal tastes, adding other ingredients to the filling, such as chocolate chips, raisins or candied fruit
    • different occasions: this dessert is perfect for different occasions, from breakfast to a snack, to a dessert at the end of a meal
  • tradition and simplicity
    • traditional dessert: ricotta tart is a traditional dessert of Italian cuisine, which has been handed down from generation to generation
    • simple recipe: the recipe is relatively simple to prepare, using easily available ingredients.

In short, the ricotta tart with compote is a dessert that works because it expertly combines flavors, textures and culinary traditions, creating a satisfying and versatile tasting experience.

Enjoy your meal!