Strawberry Lime Crostata Recipe

Name: Strawberry Lime Crostata
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Tart Crust (makes 2); 2 cups all purpose flour; 1 teaspoon sea salt; 2 teaspoons sugar; 1 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into uniformed-sized cubes; 1 large egg yolk; 3 tablespoons heavy cream, divided; small glass ice water; 1 tablespoon sanding sugar, granulated sugar is fine if you don't have the fancy stuff on hand; Filling; 4 cups strawberries, rinsed, hulled, and halved (quarter the honkin ones); 1/4-1/3 cups sugar, depending on the sweetness of your berries; 2 tablespoons strawberry jam, preferably homemade; 3 tablespoons cornstarch; 1 lime, zested and juiced

Servings: persons

Tart Crust (makes 2)
2 cups all purpose flour
1 teaspoon sea salt
2 teaspoons sugar
1 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into uniformed-sized cubes
1 large egg yolk
3 tablespoons heavy cream, divided
small glass ice water
1 tablespoon sanding sugar, granulated sugar is fine if you don't have the fancy stuff on hand
Filling
4 cups strawberries, rinsed, hulled, and halved (quarter the honkin ones)
1/4-1/3 cups sugar, depending on the sweetness of your berries
2 tablespoons strawberry jam, preferably homemade
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 lime, zested and juiced

1
Sift flour, salt, and sugar together by hand or in bowl of standing mixer.
2
Add butter to flour mixture. Mix on low speed (or cut into flour quickly by hand) just until it becomes a pebbly mixture, about 30 -45 seconds.
3
Whisk together egg yolk and two tablespoons of the cream and mix into lour mixture.
4
Sprinkle 2-3 tablespoons of ice water into mixture and gently combine until the dough starts to hold together. Add more water as needed.
5
Gather up the dough and form into two one inch-thick disks. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to four days. The recipe makes double the amount you need; freeze the other half or roll it out and cut it into strips for a lattice topping.
6
Meanwhile, mix berries with sugar, lime zest and juice, cornstarch, and jam. Let sit for about 20 minutes.
7
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
8
On a floured surface, roll out one disk of dough to about 1/8 inch-thick. Carefully fold the dough in half and then in quarters to transfer to a pie dish or parchment-lined sheet pan.
9
Fill the crust with the berry mixture. Gently gather and fold the overhanging crust over the pie. Brush with the remaining cream and sprinkle generously with sugar.
10
If you're using a pie dish, consider sticking a sheet pan underneath it to catch spills.
11
Bake for 50-60 minutes until crust is golden and the filling, bubbling.

850

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Tart Crust (makes 2), 2 cups all purpose flour, 1 teaspoon sea salt, 2 teaspoons sugar, and more.

Yes, Strawberry Lime Crostata falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Strawberry Lime Crostata

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