Tomato-Basil Tart Recipe

Name: Tomato-Basil Tart
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Dough:; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 9 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 egg; 2 tablespoons cold water; Filling:; 3 eggs; 6 tablespoons cream cheese, softened; 3 tablespoons sour cream; 12 ounces shredded Italian three-cheese blend; salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; 1 bunch fresh basil leaves, cut into thin strips; 5 tomatoes, sliced, or more as needed

Servings: persons

Dough:
2 cups all-purpose flour
9 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed
1 teaspoon salt
1 egg
2 tablespoons cold water
Filling:
3 eggs
6 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
3 tablespoons sour cream
12 ounces shredded Italian three-cheese blend
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 bunch fresh basil leaves, cut into thin strips
5 tomatoes, sliced, or more as needed

1
Combine flour, butter, 1 egg, salt, and water in a large bowl and knead into a smooth dough. Shape into a ball, flatten, and wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 2 hours.
2
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a springform pan with butter.
3
Sprinkle a work surface with flour and roll out dough into a circle big enough to cover bottom and sides of the prepared springform pan. Line pan with the dough. Prick dough several times with a fork.
4
Bake pastry in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
5
Meanwhile, stir together remaining eggs, cream cheese, and sour cream using a wooden spoon. Fold in Italian cheese blend and season with salt and pepper. Fold in basil.
6
Remove cooked pastry from oven and cover with 1 layer of tomato slices. Pour half the egg-cheese mixture on top and cover with another layer of tomato slices. Spread remaining egg-cheese mixture on top and cover with a final layer of tomato slices.
7
Bake in the preheated until tart is set, about 45 minutes. Serve warm.

1056

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* 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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
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.
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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Dough:, 2 cups all-purpose flour, 9 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed, 1 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Tomato-Basil Tart falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Tomato-Basil Tart

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