A historical dessert from The White House cook book; a comprehensive cyclopedia of information for the home .. (1913). Use whatever berries are in season and fill just before ready to use for best results.
Preserved exactly as written in the original source
Line small pie-tins with pie crust and bake
Just before ready to use, fill the tarts with berries
Sprinkle over each tart a little sugar
After adding berries add also to each tart a tablespoonful of sweet cream
Modern guidance to help you succeed with this vintage recipe
Baking the pastry shells empty (blind baking) prevents soggy bottoms by allowing the crust to set and create a moisture barrier before wet fruit is added. Adding berries just before serving preserves their fresh texture and prevents juice from softening the crust. The sugar draws out a small amount of berry juice through osmosis, creating a light syrup that mingles with the cream for a simple sauce.
The tart shells can be blind-baked up to 2 days ahead and stored in an airtight container at room temperature. The berries can be washed, dried, and refrigerated up to 4 hours before assembly. Do not fill the tarts until just before serving, as the berries will release juice and soften the crust.
These tarts are best eaten within 30 minutes of assembly. If you must store filled tarts, refrigerate for no more than 2 hours, though the crust will lose its crispness. Unfilled baked shells can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
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The tart shells can be blind-baked up to 2 days ahead and stored in an airtight container at room temperature. The berries can be washed, dried, and refrigerated up to 4 hours before assembly. Do not fill the tarts until just before serving, as the berries will release juice and soften the crust.
These tarts are best eaten within 30 minutes of assembly. If you must store filled tarts, refrigerate for no more than 2 hours, though the crust will lose its crispness. Unfilled baked shells can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
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