Blackberry Tart
To prepare a savory and aromatic dessert, we will start by ensuring we have all the ingredients at hand. In a large bowl, we add the softened butter at room temperature and the sugar. Using an electric mixer or a spatula, we mix the two ingredients well until the mixture becomes creamy and fluffy. This step is essential as it will add air to the mixture, contributing to a lighter texture of the cake.
The next step is to add the egg. It is important that it is fresh and at room temperature to integrate perfectly into the mixture. We continue to mix until the egg is completely incorporated. Then, we add the ground walnuts, which will provide a delicious taste and a crunchy texture to the cake. The walnuts can be lightly toasted before adding them to enhance the flavor.
After all the wet ingredients are well combined, it is time to add the dry ingredients. Our requirement is to sift the flour and cinnamon together to avoid lumps. This combination will add a warm and spiced note to our dessert. We begin to incorporate the flour into the butter mixture, mixing with a spatula until everything is well homogenized.
Now that we have the composition ready, we prepare a baking tray lined with parchment paper. We put about half of the dough in the tray, ensuring it spreads evenly. We then carefully place the fresh, washed, and drained blackberries over the layer of dough. It is good to keep a few blackberries for the final decoration of the cake. After the blackberries are nicely arranged, we add the remaining dough, which we spread with the back of a spoon moistened in cold water to avoid sticking.
Now our cake is ready to be baked. We place it in the preheated oven at medium temperature and let it bake for about an hour. It is important to check the cake from time to time to ensure it does not burn. When it becomes golden and a stick inserted in the middle comes out clean, we can take it out of the oven.
After the cake has cooled completely, we dust it with powdered sugar, giving it an elegant and appetizing appearance. Finally, we decorate with the remaining blackberries for an extra touch of color and flavor. This blackberry cake not only looks fantastic but also rewards the taste buds with a perfect blend of flavors. Enjoy it alongside a cup of tea or coffee, and savor every bite!
Ingredients: 150 g flour mixed with baking powder, 150 g butter, 150 g sugar, 150 g ground walnuts, 1 egg, 300 g blackberries, vanilla sugar, cinnamon, and powdered sugar.
