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Cranberry-Orange Curd Tart

Cranberry-Orange Curd Tart

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  • Author: Riley Thompson
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 8
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Indulge in the delightful balance of sweet and tangy flavors with this Cranberry-Orange Curd Tart. This exquisite dessert features a buttery shortbread crust brimming with a creamy, zesty filling made from fresh cranberries and oranges. Perfect for any gathering, the vibrant colors and impressive presentation will wow your guests while the easy-to-follow recipe makes it accessible for bakers of all skill levels. Serve it chilled with a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of orange zest for an added burst of flavor. This tart is not just a treat; it’s a celebration of seasonal ingredients that will leave everyone asking for seconds.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.25 cup white sugar
  • 1.5 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.25 teaspoon almond extract
  • 4 egg yolks, at room temperature
  • 1 egg, at room temperature
  • 1 (12 ounce) package fresh cranberries
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 large orange, zested and juiced
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 4 pieces

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch tart pan.
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, ginger, and salt; combine with melted butter and extracts to form dough. Press into tart pan.
  3. Bake crust for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Beat eggs in a bowl; set aside.
  5. Cook cranberries with sugar in a saucepan until they pop (8-10 minutes). Blend with orange zest/juice, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
  6. Gradually whisk cranberry mixture into beaten eggs.
  7. Return to saucepan and cook on low until thickened (8-10 minutes). Stir in butter until melted.
  8. Strain curd through a sieve into baked crust; bake for another 20-25 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Cool before serving.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
  • Calories: 270
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 110mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 33g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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