Tangy Cranberry Curd Tart: A Festive Favorite Delight
Author:antaki
Total Time:2 hours 20 minutes
Yield:8 servings 1x
Description
Experience the tangy elegance of cranberry curd tart; a delightful festive favorite that brightens up any holiday table. Perfect for sweet lovers!
Ingredients
Scale
1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour
½ cup of powdered sugar
½ cup of unsalted butter, softened
1 large egg yolk
1 tablespoon of cold water
1 cup of fresh cranberries (or frozen, thawed)
1 cup of granulated sugar
½ cup of fresh orange juice
3 large egg yolks
1 large whole egg
6 tablespoons of unsalted butter, cubed
Zest of one orange
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and powdered sugar. Add the softened butter, and mix until it resembles coarse crumbs. Add the egg yolk and cold water, then mix until the dough forms. Be careful not to overmix; we want that perfect buttery texture!
Form the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to fit your tart pan. Press it into the pan and trim the edges. Dock the bottom with a fork to prevent bubbling. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown. Let it cool completely.
In a saucepan, combine the cranberries, sugar, and orange juice. Cook over medium heat until the cranberries burst and soften, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Transfer the cranberry mixture to a blender or use an immersion blender. Blend until smooth. Strain this mixture through a fine sieve into a bowl to remove any seeds and skins.
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks, whole egg, and orange zest. Gradually whisk in the strained cranberry puree. Pour this mixture back into the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly until it thickens, about 10 minutes.
Remove from the heat and stir in the cubed butter until it’s fully melted and incorporated.
Pour the cranberry curd into the cooled tart shell, smoothing the top with a spatula. Let it set in the fridge for at least 2 hours, or overnight for the best texture.
Notes
A delightful and festive cranberry curd tart that combines the tartness of cranberries with the sweetness of sugar, creating a beautiful balance that captures the essence of the holidays.
Prep Time:30 minutes
Cook Time:50 minutes
Category:Dessert
Cuisine:American
Nutrition
Serving Size:8 servings
Calories:250
Sugar:15g
Fat:14g
Carbohydrates:30g
Fiber:1g
Protein:3g
Keywords: cranberry curd tart, holiday dessert, festive tart, cranberry recipe
