Exotic Vanilla Coconut Tart with Tropical Fruits
Damien Pichon adapted by JojoM
A French-inspired tart with hazelnut crust, coconut frangipane, strawberry coulis, vanilla ganache, and poached pineapple. Fresh, vibrant, and tropical.
Exotic Vanilla Coconut Tart with Tropical Fruits 🌴🥥🍓🍍
If you’re dreaming of a dessert that captures the sunshine of summer in every bite, this Exotic Vanilla Coconut Tart with Tropical Fruits is the one. With its hazelnut sweet pastry base, coconut frangipane, tangy strawberry coulis, and airy vanilla ganache montée, it’s a French-inspired tropical showstopper. Finished with poached pineapple and fresh berries, it’s vibrant, refreshing, and indulgent all at once. ✨
A Tropical French Tart 🌸
This tart layers textures and flavors beautifully:
- A crisp hazelnut pastry shell for nuttiness and crunch
- A creamy coconut frangipane that melts into the base
- A bright strawberry coulis for tangy contrast
- A cloud-like vanilla ganache montée piped in soft swirls
- Jewel-like poached pineapple cubes and fresh fruit for a tropical finish
It’s the perfect dessert for summer gatherings, Sunday lunches, or anytime you want to impress guests with something elegant yet playful. 🎉
Why You’ll Love This Tart ❤️
- Exotic flavor balance – coconut, vanilla, strawberry, and pineapple in harmony.
- Elegant French touch – professional-style layering and presentation.
- Customizable – swap pineapple for mango, passion fruit, or kiwi.
- Perfect texture play – crisp, creamy, fruity, and airy in every slice.
Serving Suggestions 🍽️
Serve this tart slightly chilled to enjoy the refreshing fruit and airy ganache. Pair it with a sparkling rosé, champagne, or a tropical mocktail for a complete summer experience. 🥂
Pro Tips from the Kitchen 👩🍳
- Chill the ganache at least 4 hours (or overnight) before whipping—it ensures it holds soft peaks beautifully.
- Blind bake your tart shell with weights so it doesn’t shrink.
- Choose ripe pineapple (or mango) for the poaching step—the sweetness makes all the difference.
A French-Tropical Fusion Dessert 🌺
This tart is a celebration of contrasts: refined French patisserie techniques meet tropical sunshine flavors. Each slice feels like a vacation on a plate—fresh, colorful, and oh-so-satisfying. 🌞
Would you keep it classic with pineapple or give it your own twist with mango or passion fruit? Either way, this Exotic Vanilla Coconut Tart is bound to impress. 💛
Exotic Vanilla Coconut Tart with Tropical Fruits
Damien Pichon adapted by JojoMA French-inspired tart with hazelnut crust, coconut frangipane, strawberry coulis, vanilla ganache, and poached pineapple. Fresh, vibrant, and tropical.
Chef's Tips
Chill the ganache for at least 4 hours before whipping to ensure volume.
Bake the tart shell with weights to prevent shrinking.
Use very ripe pineapple for best flavor when poaching.
Tools Used
Whisk
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Ingredients
Hazelnut Sweet Pastry
Coconut Frangipane
Strawberry Coulis
Vanilla Ganache Montée
Poached Pineapple
Instructions
Prepare Pastry
- 1
Mix flour, butter, salt, sugar, hazelnut flour, and egg to form dough.
- 2
Wrap and chill, then roll to 3 mm thickness.
- 3
Line tart ring, dock, and blind bake until golden.
Bake Coconut Frangipane
- 1
Cream butter and sugar, add almond flour, coconut, flour, eggs, and cream.
- 2
Spread about 100 g into tart shell.
- 3
Bake 15 min at 145–150°C until set.
Make Strawberry Coulis
- 1
Heat strawberry purée with sugars and pectin.
- 2
Add gelatin and lemon juice, cool completely.
Prepare Vanilla Ganache
- 1
Heat cream with vanilla, pour over chocolate and gelatin.
- 2
Blend, add remaining cream, chill 4+ hours.
- 3
Whip to soft peaks before using.
Poach Pineapple
- 1
Boil water, sugar, vanilla, and lemon for 15 minutes.
- 2
Add pineapple cubes, simmer until tender, drain and cool.
Assemble Tart
- 1
Spread cooled frangipane with coconut cream layer.
- 2
Smooth strawberry coulis over top.
- 3
Pipe whipped ganache with star nozzle.
- 4
Garnish with fresh strawberries and poached pineapple.
Comments & Reviews
Sophie
9/14/2025
This tart screams summer! The coconut and pineapple combo is divine.
Marc
9/15/2025
Tried it with mango instead of pineapple—absolutely delicious twist.
Claire
9/16/2025
The ganache montée is so light, it balanced perfectly with the coulis!
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 tart)
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
