Homemade Seasonal Fruit Tart

Directions

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Whisk together flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl. Add melted butter and almond extract, mixing to form a dough.
• Firmly press the dough into a 10-inch tart pan with a removable bottom, ensuring it's smooth and even.
• After pricking the crust all over with a fork, bake it in the oven until it turns golden, about 20-25 minutes. Allow it to cool completely afterward.
• In a medium bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
• In another large bowl, blend the mascarpone and cream cheese until smooth, then mix in powdered sugar, lemon juice, and almond extract until it's lump-free.
• Gently fold in the whipped cream.
• Spread the filling smoothly over the cooled crust. Neatly arrange the prepared fruits on top of the filling.
• In a small microwave-safe bowl, warm the apricot preserves with 2 teaspoons of water for about 30 seconds. Brush this glaze over the fruits for a glossy finish, then refrigerate the tart until chilled, about 2 hours.