Description
This Savory Tomato Basil Tart Delight features a flaky homemade crust filled with a creamy ricotta and cream cheese mixture, topped with juicy tomatoes and fresh basil. Perfect for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner, this elegant tomato tart highlights fresh ingredients and classic Mediterranean-inspired flavors.
Ingredients
For the Crust
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1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
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½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
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½ teaspoon salt
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3–4 tablespoons ice water
For the Filling
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1 cup ricotta cheese
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4 oz cream cheese, softened
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2 large eggs
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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½ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
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½ cup grated parmesan cheese
For the Topping
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2–3 ripe tomatoes, thinly sliced
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¼ cup fresh basil leaves
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1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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In a bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the cold cubed butter and work it into the flour using your fingers or a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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Gradually add ice water, mixing until the dough begins to come together.
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Form the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for about 30 minutes.
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Roll the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface and place it into a tart pan. Press gently into the edges and trim any excess.
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Prick the bottom with a fork and bake the crust for 10 minutes to partially set it.
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In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, cream cheese, eggs, minced garlic, parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
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Spread the cheese mixture evenly over the pre-baked crust.
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Arrange the sliced tomatoes neatly on top of the filling.
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Drizzle lightly with olive oil and sprinkle extra parmesan cheese over the tomatoes.
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Bake for 30–35 minutes until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
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Allow the tart to cool slightly, then top with fresh basil leaves before serving.
- Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Use Roma or plum tomatoes to reduce excess moisture.Lightly salt tomato slices and let them sit for a few minutes before placing them on the tart to prevent sogginess.Pre-baking the crust helps keep the base crisp.Fresh basil adds the best flavor, but a small amount of dried basil can be used in the filling if needed.The tart can be served warm or at room temperature, making it perfect for gatherings.
