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Classic Orange Tart

Classic Orange Tart That Brightens Any Celebration

This Classic Orange Tart combines creamy citrus flavor with a flaky crust, making it a delightful dessert for any celebration.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Chilling Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 330

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour substitute with gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar no substitutions recommended
  • 1/4 cup almond flour can be replaced with more all-purpose flour if needed
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt no substitutions
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest can use lemon zest as an alternative
  • 1/2 cup chilled butter must be chilled; margarine may be used in a pinch
  • 1 large egg yolk a whole egg can be used, but it may alter texture slightly
  • 2 tablespoons cold water no substitutions
For the Orange Curd Filling
  • 1 cup fresh orange juice use Valencia or Navel oranges for best results
  • 3 large eggs essential; no substitutions
  • 2/3 cup superfine sugar regular granulated sugar may be used
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch can replace with all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon gelatin agar-agar can be a vegetarian substitute
For Whipped Topping
  • 1 cup heavy cream substitute with coconut cream for dairy-free
  • Optional Toppings crushed pistachios, fresh mint, and additional orange segments for garnish

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • 9-inch tart pan
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step 1: Prepare Crust
  1. In a food processor, pulse together flour, powdered sugar, almond flour, salt, and orange zest until mixed well. Add chilled butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Then, mix in the egg yolk and cold water until a dough forms. Wrap the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to firm up.
Step 2: Blind Bake Crust
  1. Preheat your oven to 390°F (200°C). Roll out the dough to fit a 9-inch tart pan, then carefully transfer it into the pan and refrigerate it while preparing for blind baking. Line the crust with parchment paper and fill it with pie weights. Bake for 12-15 minutes, then remove the weights and continue baking for an additional 10-12 minutes until the crust is golden brown.
Step 3: Make Orange Curd Filling
  1. In a saucepan, heat fresh orange juice until steaming. Meanwhile, in a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, superfine sugar, and cornstarch until smooth. Gradually whisk the hot orange juice into the egg mixture, then return the mixture to the pan. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, for 5-7 minutes until the curd thickens.
Step 4: Add Gelatin and Cool Curds
  1. Once the curd has thickened, remove it from the heat and stir in the gelatin until fully dissolved. Allow the curd to cool slightly before incorporating the butter and additional orange zest, stirring until well blended.
Step 5: Assemble Tart
  1. Pour the silky orange curd filling into the baked crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, but overnight is ideal to let the flavors deepen and the filling set properly.
Step 6: Whip Cream
  1. Just before serving, whip the heavy cream with a touch of sugar until soft peaks form. Garnish the chilled classic orange tart with the whipped cream, and sprinkle with crushed pistachios, fresh mint, or additional orange segments.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 330kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Let the tart sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes before slicing for an enhanced texture.

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