Take Your Cherry Tart to the Next Level in Three Short Steps

Cherry tart
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Tarts are one of the most underrated desserts on the market and if you still haven’t fallen in love with making them— now’s the time. Cherry tarts are one of the most popular variations of this sweet treat and these useful tips will help you make it extra delicious.

Cherry Choice

The type of tart you’re making will determine what kind of cherries you should be using. Frozen cherries are available all year long and they’re based used in frozen desserts. When it comes to unbaked tarts, fresh cherries are your best bet because they both look and taste great when eaten raw.

Pitting Cherries

If you’re making a tart with fresh cherries, you’ll have to pit them beforehand. Using a cherry pitter is your best bet and you should truly get one. This tiny tool will save you a lot of time and your cherries will look much better than they would if you were using a knife.

Flavor Combos

Who said you have to use nothing but cherries to make this tart? You can also add other fruits to the mix, from apricots and peaches to all sorts of barriers. You can also take the tart’s flavor to the next level by using spices and lemon zest.