Blood Orange Tart with Orange Caramel Sauce

Vegetarian
Health score
1%
Blood Orange Tart with Orange Caramel Sauce
45 min.
12
286kcal

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Indulge in a refreshing twist on the classic tart with this Blood Orange Tart with Orange Caramel Sauce. The vibrant, tangy flavor of fresh blood oranges pairs beautifully with a rich, buttery crust and velvety curd filling. This dessert is the perfect way to impress your guests with its stunning presentation and unique citrusy punch. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply treating yourself to something extraordinary, this tart delivers a burst of color and flavor that’s bound to be a hit.

The smooth and creamy blood orange curd is delicately balanced with the subtle sweetness of the caramel sauce, making each bite a delightful contrast of textures and tastes. The combination of the tangy citrus and the indulgent caramel makes this dessert feel both sophisticated and comforting at the same time. Plus, it's a vegetarian treat that’s sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.

Made with fresh, seasonal ingredients, this tart is a stunning centerpiece for any dessert table. With a rich crust that perfectly complements the vibrant filling, it’s not only a treat for your taste buds but also a visual masterpiece. Best of all, the preparation is straightforward, and the results are simply breathtaking. Get ready to enjoy a dessert that’s as delightful to make as it is to eat!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups flour 
  • 0.3 cup blood orange juice fresh
  •  blood oranges 
  • 12 servings mrs richardson's butterscotch caramel sauce 
  • large egg yolk 
  • large egg yolk 
  • large eggs 
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoon blood oranges grated
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons sugar 
  • 0.5 cup butter unsalted chilled cut into 8 pieces (1 stick)
  • tablespoons whipping cream 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • plastic wrap
  • kitchen thermometer
  • tart form

Directions

  1. Whisk sugar, orange juice, lemon juice, eggs, egg yolks, and orange peel in medium metal bowl to blend.
  2. Add butter; set bowl over saucepan of simmering water and whisk constantly until curd thickens and instant-read thermometer inserted into curd registers 175°F, about 12 minutes (do not boil).
  3. Remove bowl from over water. Press plastic wrap directly onto surface of curd; chill at least 1 day and up to 3 days.
  4. Blend flour, sugar, and salt in processor.
  5. Add butter and cut in, using on/off turns, until mixture resembles coarse meal.
  6. Add cream and egg yolk and process until dough clumps together. Gather dough into ball; flatten into disk.
  7. Roll out dough on floured surface to 13-inch round.
  8. Transfer to 10-inch-diameter tart pan with removable bottom. Fold dough overhang in and press onto pan sides, forming double-thick sides. Pierce crust all over with fork; freeze 30 minutes.
  9. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  10. Bake crust until cooked through, about 30 minutes. Cool crust completely in pan on rack.
  11. Spread curd evenly in cooled crust. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill.)
  12. Cut peel and white pith from oranges. Using small sharp knife, cut between membranes to release orange segments.
  13. Transfer segments to paper towels and pat dry. Arrange orange segments in concentric circles atop orange curd. Chill tart up to 1 hour.
  14. Remove pan sides.
  15. Cut tart into wedges.
  16. Drizzle lightly with Orange Caramel Sauce and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories286kcal
Protein8.51%
Fat37.67%
Carbs53.82%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.51
Glycemic Load
10.78
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
7.1700000089148%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.34mg
Hesperetin
4.5mg
Naringenin
1.76mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.09mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:285.97kcal
14.3%
Fat:12.28g
18.89%
Saturated Fat:6.65g
41.57%
Carbohydrates:39.48g
13.16%
Net Carbohydrates:38.78g
14.1%
Sugar:26.71g
29.68%
Cholesterol:162.06mg
54.02%
Sodium:224.57mg
9.76%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.24g
12.48%
Selenium:16.12µg
23.02%
Vitamin C:11.55mg
14%
Folate:54.12µg
13.53%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.48%
Vitamin A:541.86IU
10.84%
Phosphorus:105.37mg
10.54%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.5%
Iron:1.31mg
7.3%
Vitamin B5:0.71mg
7.05%
Manganese:0.14mg
7.04%
Vitamin B12:0.4µg
6.62%
Vitamin D:0.91µg
6.08%
Calcium:50.52mg
5.05%
Vitamin B3:1.01mg
5.05%
Vitamin E:0.67mg
4.5%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
3.86%
Zinc:0.56mg
3.72%
Potassium:125.62mg
3.59%
Magnesium:11.17mg
2.79%
Fiber:0.69g
2.77%
Copper:0.05mg
2.72%
Source:Epicurious