Grapefruit Tart

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Grapefruit Tart
45 min.
8
393kcal

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Indulge your senses with a delightful Grapefruit Tart, a stunning dessert that perfectly marries tangy citrus flavors with a buttery, gluten-free crust. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply treating yourself, this tart is sure to impress with its vibrant presentation and refreshing taste. The zesty essence of fresh red grapefruit shines through, making every bite a burst of sunshine.

This vegetarian-friendly dessert not only caters to a range of dietary preferences but is also surprisingly simple to prepare. With just 45 minutes of prep time, you can create a stunning centerpiece for any occasion. The shortbread crust adds a delightful crunch, while the creamy filling infused with grapefruit juice and zest provides an irresistible balance of sweetness and acidity.

As you chill the tart, the anticipation will build, and when it's time to serve, your guests will be captivated by the beautiful arrangement of grapefruit sections atop the smooth filling. Each slice of this extravagant dessert is not just a treat for the palate, but also a feast for the eyes, making it the ideal ending to any meal. So roll up your sleeves, gather your ingredients, and let your culinary creativity shine with this luscious Grapefruit Tart!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter melted
  • tablespoons butter 
  • 5.3 ounce butter shortbread pure
  • tablespoons cornstarch 
  •  egg yolks 
  • teaspoons grapefruit rind red grated
  •  grapefruit red peeled
  • cups grapefruit juice fresh red
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • tablespoons sugar 
  • tablespoons sugar 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • blender
  • plastic wrap
  • baking pan
  • tart form

Directions

  1. Process shortbread in a blender or food processor until graham cracker crumb consistency (about 1 1/3 cup crumbs).
  2. Stir together shortbread crumbs, 3 tablespoons sugar, and 2 tablespoons melted butter in a small bowl. Press mixture lightly into a greased 9-inch tart pan.
  3. Bake at 350 for 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly browned. Set aside.
  4. Combine 1/2 cup sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a medium-size heavy saucepan.
  5. Whisk in juice and egg yolks. Cook over medium-high heat, whisking constantly, 10 to 12 minutes or until mixture thickens and boils.
  6. Remove from heat; stir in 3 tablespoons butter and rind.
  7. Pour filling into prepared tart shell. Cover surface of filling directly with plastic wrap. Chill 2 1/2 hours.
  8. Place red grapefruit sections in an 8-inch baking dish.
  9. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar, and chill until ready to assemble.
  10. Drain grapefruit.
  11. Arrange segments, with outer part of segments facing the edge, around border of tart. Arrange remaining segments around tart, slightly overlapping to cover filling completely.
  12. Serve immediately. Chill leftovers.
  13. Note: For testing purposes only, we used Walkers Pure Butter Shortbread and Texa
  14. Sweet Ruby Red Texas grapefruit.
  15. To make ahead: Prepare the crust and filling up to 2 days ahead, but do not top with fruit. Top with grapefruit just before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories393kcal
Protein2.72%
Fat55.5%
Carbs41.78%

Properties

Glycemic Index
57.28
Glycemic Load
19.21
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
7.8895651879518%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
0.33mg
Naringenin
30.51mg
Luteolin
0.56mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.31mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:392.64kcal
19.63%
Fat:24.97g
38.42%
Saturated Fat:15.03g
93.94%
Carbohydrates:42.29g
14.1%
Net Carbohydrates:40.68g
14.79%
Sugar:32.96g
36.62%
Cholesterol:156.39mg
52.13%
Sodium:219.6mg
9.55%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.75g
5.51%
Vitamin C:45.04mg
54.59%
Vitamin A:1896.97IU
37.94%
Selenium:5.7µg
8.14%
Potassium:238.79mg
6.82%
Folate:27.3µg
6.82%
Vitamin E:0.99mg
6.62%
Phosphorus:65.8mg
6.58%
Fiber:1.61g
6.43%
Vitamin B5:0.6mg
6.03%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.27%
Calcium:43.85mg
4.38%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
4.09%
Magnesium:15.49mg
3.87%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.83%
Vitamin B12:0.22µg
3.71%
Iron:0.6mg
3.34%
Vitamin D:0.49µg
3.24%
Zinc:0.36mg
2.41%
Copper:0.04mg
2.06%
Vitamin B3:0.38mg
1.91%
Vitamin K:1.99µg
1.9%
Manganese:0.03mg
1.48%
Source:My Recipes