This Cranberry Curd Tart is a bright and festive dessert that is great for holiday gatherings. The buttery crust compliments the tangy cranberry curd filling perfectly. It's a showstopper dessert that will impress your guests!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups fresh cranberries
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pre-made pie crust
Directions
- In a saucepan, combine the cranberries and sugar over medium heat. Cook until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens.
- Remove from heat and strain through a fine sieve, pressing on the solids to extract as much liquid as possible.
- In a separate bowl, beat the butter until creamy. Gradually add in the eggs, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Slowly pour in the cranberry mixture while whisking constantly to create the curd.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and bake the pie crust until lightly golden brown.
- Pour the cranberry curd into the pie crust and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until set.
- Let cool before serving. Enjoy your Cranberry Curd Tart!
Interesting Facts
Cranberries are packed with antioxidants and are known for their health benefits.
Curd is a versatile filling that can be used in a variety of desserts, not just tarts.