Tart aux Fraises

Tart aux Fraises is a classic French dessert featuring a crisp, buttery pastry shell filled with smooth vanilla pastry cream and topped with fresh, glazed strawberries. It's a staple of pâtisseries across France, especially during the spring and summer strawberry season.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dessert is high in carbohydrates and fat, primarily from the pastry crust and cream filling, with minimal protein. A typical slice provides roughly 300-400 calories, along with some vitamin C and antioxidants from the fresh strawberries.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	380 kcal
Protein	5 g
Carbs	42 g
Fat	22 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	24 g
Sodium	180 mg
Potassium	150 mg
Calcium	60 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Vitamin A	120 IU
Phosphorus	70 mg
Magnesium	15 mg
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)	0.1 mg

Per 1 slice (1/8 of 9-inch tart, 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The tart is a beautiful example of French culinary precision, where the balance of textures—crisp crust, creamy filling, and juicy fruit—is paramount. Nutritionally, while it's an indulgent treat, the fresh strawberries add a burst of vitamins and fiber that lighter, fruit-free pastries lack.