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cranberry curd tart

This delightful cranberry curd tart combines the tartness of fresh cranberries with a creamy curd filling, all nestled in a buttery crust. It's a delicious and vibrant dessert that's perfect for fall and winter gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 9-inch tart pan
  • 2 mixing bowls
  • 1 whisk
  • 1 saucepan
  • 1 fine-mesh sieve
  • 1 rolling pin
  • 1 oven

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Cold and cubed.
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 2 tablespoons ice water
  • 2 cups fresh cranberries Can substitute with frozen cranberries, no thaw needed.
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Softened.
  • Zest of 1 orange orange zest
  • 1/4 cup fresh orange juice

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, powdered sugar, and salt for the crust. Add the cold cubed butter, and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Stir in the egg yolk and ice water, mixing until the dough comes together. Form it into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to fit the tart pan. Place the dough in the tart pan, pressing it against the sides and trim any excess. Prick the bottom with a fork.
  • Bake the crust for 15-20 minutes, or until lightly golden. Let it cool completely.
  • In a saucepan, combine the fresh cranberries and sugar. Cook over medium heat until the cranberries burst and soften, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and strain through a fine-mesh sieve to extract the juice, discarding the solids.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, softened butter, orange zest, and orange juice. Gradually stir in the cranberry juice.
  • Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly until thickened, about 10-15 minutes.
  • Pour the cranberry curd into the cooled tart crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set.
  • Slice and serve chilled, garnished with fresh cranberries or a dusting of powdered sugar if desired.

Notes

Ensure the butter is very cold to create a flaky tart crust.
You can substitute fresh cranberries with frozen cranberries if out of season; no need to thaw them beforehand.
Leftover cranberry curd can be stored in the refrigerator for about one week.