Peach Crostata
A rustic Italian-style tart with flaky butter pastry, ripe peaches, and a crisp sugared crust.
Instructions
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Step 1
Combine the flour, part of the granulated sugar, and salt in a mixing bowl. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture contains pea-sized pieces.
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Step 2
Add the cold water and mix just until the dough holds together. Shape it into a disk, cover, and refrigerate.
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Step 3
Heat the oven to 200°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Step 4
Combine the peaches with the remaining granulated sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Toss until evenly coated.
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Step 5
Roll the chilled dough into a roughly 30 cm round on the parchment paper, then transfer it with the paper to the baking sheet.
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Step 6
Arrange the peach mixture in the center of the dough, leaving a 5 cm border. Fold the border over the outer peaches, pleating the pastry as needed.
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Step 7
Brush the exposed pastry with the beaten egg and scatter the coarse sugar over it.
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Step 8
Bake at 200°C until the crust is deeply golden and the peach juices bubble thickly near the center.
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Step 9
Move the baking sheet to a wire rack and let the crostata cool before slicing.