sweettart

Sweettart is a term used to describe two related but distinct things: a culinary descriptor for a dessert that balances sweetness with tartness, and the brand name of a line of tart flavored candies. As a flavor profile, sweet tart denotes foods that join sugar with sour or acidic notes, often citrus such as lemon or lime, to create a bright, refreshing taste.

In baking and pastry, a sweet tart typically refers to a tart with a crisp pastry crust and a filling that combines sweet and tart elements. Common examples include fruit tarts with citrus curd or berry fillings, and tarts featuring rhubarb or other tart fruits. The tartness is usually tempered by sugar, dairy, or butter, producing a harmonious balance rather than a purely sour or purely sweet product. The term is widely used in menus and recipes to signal this balance.

SweeTARTS is a brand of tart flavored candies marketed in the United States. The candies are small, bite sized pieces offered in a variety of fruit flavors and colors and are known for their characteristic tart taste. The brand originated in the mid-20th century and has since been produced by companies in the confectionery industry, undergoing corporate ownership changes. SweeTARTS are commonly sold in boxes or bags for snack consumption and are widely available in grocery stores and convenience outlets.

See also: lemon tart, strawberry tart, rhubarb tart, tart (dessert), candy.