Dried Fruit and Nut Crostata

Health score
2%
Dried Fruit and Nut Crostata
60 min.
6
308kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Dried Fruit and Nut Crostata, a delectable dessert that perfectly balances sweetness and texture. This rustic Italian pastry is not only beautiful but also brimming with wholesome ingredients, making it a guilt-free treat for any occasion. In just 60 minutes, you can prepare a stunning dessert that serves six, with each slice offering a satisfying burst of flavor.

The combination of dried cranberries and crunchy pistachios creates a chewy yet crisp filling that is complemented by the buttery pie crust. With the refreshing notes of orange blossom honey and a hint of grated orange peel, every bite is a journey through a sun-kissed orchard. This crostata is not just a feast for the eyes; it’s a celebration of wholesome, natural goodness.

Serve the crostata warm or at room temperature alongside a creamy and tangy orange-flavored yogurt, perfect for dipping or drizzling. It’s an ideal dessert for gatherings, potlucks, or a cozy evening at home. Elevate your dessert game with this stunning crostata that invites conversation and shared enjoyment. Your friends and family will be begging for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 2.5 tablespoons butter divided melted
  • ounces cranberries dried
  • large eggs 
  • 2.5 tablespoons brown sugar divided packed ()
  • tablespoons orange blossom honey 
  • 1.8 teaspoons orange peel divided finely grated
  • ounces natural pistachios unsalted divided shelled
  •  pie crust refrigerated
  • cup whole-milk yogurt plain

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheet withparchment paper.
  2. Whisk egg, 2 tablespoonsbrown sugar, 2 tablespoons melted butter,honey, and 1 teaspoon orange peel inmedium bowl. Set aside 1 tablespoon nuts forgarnish.
  3. Add remaining nuts and all dried fruitto bowl with egg mixture; toss filling to coat.Unroll crust onto prepared sheet. Spoonfilling into center of crust; spread out in evenlayer, leaving 1 1/2- to 2-inch border. Fold crustedges over filling, pleating occasionally.
  4. Brushcrust with remaining 1/2 tablespoon meltedbutter. Finely chop reserved 1 tablespoonnuts.
  5. Mix chopped nuts and remaining 1/2tablespoon brown sugar in small bowl.
  6. Sprinkle over crust.
  7. Bake crostata until crust is goldenbrown and filling is bubbling in center,about 40 minutes.
  8. Stir yogurt and remaining 3/4 teaspoonorange peel in small bowl.
  9. Serve crostatawarm or at room temperature with orange-flavoredyogurt.
  10. Per serving: 425.59 Calories (kcal),37.2 % Calories from Fat, 17.58 Fat (g),3.28 Saturated Fat (g),40.64 Cholesterol (mg), 64.29 Carbohydrates (g),4.70 Dietary Fiber (g), 41.58 Total Sugars (g), 59.59 Net Carbs (g), 7.10 Protein (g)
  11. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories308kcal
Protein9.06%
Fat49.69%
Carbs41.25%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.33
Glycemic Load
0.29
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
7.3517391733501%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.75mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.34mg
Epigallocatechin
0.19mg
Epicatechin
0.08mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.23mg
Quercetin
0.56mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:307.87kcal
15.39%
Fat:17.38g
26.73%
Saturated Fat:6.15g
38.45%
Carbohydrates:32.45g
10.82%
Net Carbohydrates:30.21g
10.98%
Sugar:15.6g
17.34%
Cholesterol:44.36mg
14.79%
Sodium:198.65mg
8.64%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.13g
14.26%
Phosphorus:149.79mg
14.98%
Manganese:0.27mg
13.56%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.35%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.89%
Vitamin B6:0.22mg
10.87%
Calcium:108.57mg
10.86%
Selenium:6.49µg
9.27%
Fiber:2.24g
8.98%
Folate:33.87µg
8.47%
Copper:0.17mg
8.25%
Iron:1.37mg
7.6%
Potassium:253.89mg
7.25%
Magnesium:25.52mg
6.38%
Vitamin B5:0.59mg
5.9%
Zinc:0.86mg
5.71%
Vitamin B12:0.33µg
5.55%
Vitamin E:0.77mg
5.14%
Vitamin B3:1.01mg
5.05%
Vitamin A:235.58IU
4.71%
Vitamin K:3.3µg
3.14%
Vitamin C:1.71mg
2.07%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.11%
Source:Epicurious