Carrot Tart
Carrot Tart is a delightful dessert that combines the natural sweetness of carrots with warm spices, resulting in a rich and creamy filling nestled in a flaky crust. This dish is perfect for any occasion, from cozy family dinners to festive gatherings. The vibrant color and irresistible aroma will captivate your guests, making it an unforgettable treat that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 3 tbsp cold water
- 2 cups grated fresh carrots
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour and butter until crumbly. Gradually add cold water until dough forms. Roll out on a floured surface and fit into a tart pan.
- Blind bake the crust by pricking it with a fork, covering with parchment paper filled with pie weights, and baking for 15 minutes until lightly golden.
- In another bowl, whisk together grated carrots, sugar, eggs, cream, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour the carrot mixture into the pre-baked crust and sprinkle with nuts if desired.
- Bake for an additional 25-30 minutes until set and slightly puffed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For added depth of flavor, consider roasting the carrots before grating them. - Feel free to customize by adding herbs or different spices according to your taste preferences.