Classic Xmas Food, Christmas Food, Christmas Food Dinner - Spiced Cranberry & Orange Tart
This festive cranberry and orange tart with a buttery crust is a delightful dessert, perfect for any holiday gathering. The spiced cranberry filling offers a wonderful balance of sweet and tart flavors.
Equipment
- Food Processor
- 9-inch Tart Pan
- Saucepan
Ingredients
Crust
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1-2 tablespoons ice water
Filling
- 2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup orange juice freshly squeezed preferred
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- cloves Pinch of
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch dissolved in 2 tablespoons cold water
Instructions
For the Crust
- Pulse flour, cold butter, and sugar in a food processor until coarse crumbs form, then add egg yolk and ice water, pulsing until the dough comes together. Form into a disc, wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C), roll out the chilled dough, fit it into a 9-inch tart pan, trim the edges, prick the bottom with a fork, and bake for 15-20 minutes until lightly golden, then let cool.
For the Filling
- Combine cranberries, sugar, orange juice, zest, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves in a saucepan and simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in the cornstarch slurry, cook for 1-2 minutes until thick, then remove from heat and cool slightly.
- Pour the cooled filling into the pre-baked tart shell and chill for 2-3 hours to allow it to set before serving.
Notes
For a richer flavor, consider adding a splash of Grand Marnier or Cointreau to the filling before chilling.