Dried Fruit and Nut Crostata

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

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If you're looking for a delightful dessert that perfectly balances sweetness and texture, look no further than this Dried Fruit and Nut Crostata. This beautifully crafted Italian pastry is a showstopper that will impress your family and friends alike. With a golden, flaky crust enveloping a luscious filling of tart cranberries, crunchy pistachios, and a hint of orange zest, every bite is a celebration of flavors that dance on your palate.

Not only is this crostata a feast for the eyes, but it also offers a wholesome blend of wholesome ingredients. The combination of dried fruits and nuts brings a satisfying chew and crunch, while the honey and brown sugar add a touch of natural sweetness that feels indulgent without being overly rich. Paired with a creamy orange-flavored yogurt, this dessert transforms into an irresistible treat that is perfect for any occasion, from cozy family dinners to elegant gatherings.

Ready in just 60 minutes, this crostata is surprisingly easy to make, turning simple ingredients into a stunning masterpiece. So why not treat yourself and your loved ones to a slice of this warm, delightful dessert? Your taste buds will thank you!

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