Description

This irresistible Cranberry Curd Tart features a perfect blend of sweet and tart flavors, making it a festive favorite for any gathering. With simple ingredients and straightforward prep, it’s the ideal homemade dessert that promises to impress your guests.

Ingredients

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1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
1/4 cup orange juice
3 large eggs and 2 egg yolks
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup sugared cranberries (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C) and grease a 9-inch tart pan.
Crush graham crackers and mix with sugar and melted butter to form the crust; press into the pan.
Bake crust for 10 minutes until lightly golden; then cool.
Cook cranberries with orange juice and sugar over medium heat until cranberries burst; cool for 20 minutes.
Blend the cranberry mixture until smooth and return to saucepan.
Whisk together eggs, yolks, cornstarch, and salt, then incorporate into cranberry puree.
Cook the mixture over medium heat until thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in butter and vanilla until smooth; pour into the baked crust.
Cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least 6 hours or overnight.
Whip cream with sugar and vanilla; top the tart before serving.

Notes

Use gluten-free graham crackers for a gluten-free version.
For a different flavor profile, add a splash of almond extract during the curd preparation.
The tart can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 280
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 130mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 70mg