Blueberry Lavender White Chocolate Tart: A Whimsical Treat

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch tart pan with a removable bottom.
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   In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 2 tbsp granulated sugar. Mix until well combined and mixture resembles wet sand.
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   Press the crumb mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom and up the sides of the prepared tart pan. Use the bottom of a flat glass to help compact it.
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   Bake for 10-12 minutes, until lightly golden and fragrant. Remove from oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.
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   While the crust cools, prepare the blueberry reduction. In a small saucepan, combine fresh blueberries and 2 tbsp granulated sugar. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes, until berries burst and release their juices. Mash slightly with a fork.
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   Strain the blueberry mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a small bowl, pressing on the solids to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard solids. Set blueberry reduction aside.
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   Place the finely chopped white chocolate in a heatproof bowl.
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   In a separate saucepan, heat heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer around the edges. Do not bring to a rolling boil.
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   Pour the hot cream over the chopped white chocolate. Let it sit undisturbed for 5 minutes to allow the chocolate to melt.
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    After 5 minutes, gently whisk the mixture from the center outwards until completely smooth and glossy, forming a ganache.
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    Stir in the prepared blueberry reduction and lavender extract paste. Mix until fully combined and the ganache is a uniform lavender-tinted color.
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    Pour the ganache into the cooled graham cracker crust. Gently tap the tart pan on the counter a few times to release any air bubbles and create an even surface.
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    Refrigerate the tart for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, until completely set.
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    Once set, carefully remove the tart from the pan. Garnish with fresh blueberries and fresh lavender sprigs, if desired, before slicing and serving.