Honeyed Walnut Tart

Vegetarian
Health score
7%
Honeyed Walnut Tart
45 min.
8
681kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Honeyed Walnut Tart, a perfect dessert that beautifully combines the richness of toasted walnuts with the sweet notes of honey and citrus. This vegetarian treat is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight, making it an ideal centerpiece for any gathering or special occasion.

Imagine a buttery, flaky crust cradling a luscious filling that is both nutty and sweet, enhanced by the zesty brightness of fresh lemon and orange peels. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of textures and flavors, from the crunch of the walnuts to the smoothness of the filling. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, this tart is surprisingly easy to make, allowing you to impress your guests without spending hours in the kitchen.

Whether you're celebrating a birthday, hosting a dinner party, or simply treating yourself to a well-deserved dessert, this Honeyed Walnut Tart is sure to satisfy your sweet cravings. Serve it warm or at room temperature, and watch as it disappears from the table in no time. So gather your ingredients and get ready to create a dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons candied orange peel finely chopped
  •  water with 2 teaspoons water (for glaze)
  • large eggs 
  • 1.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • 1.5 cups brown sugar packed ()
  • tablespoons honey 
  • tablespoons water ()
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • teaspoons lemon zest finely grated
  • 1.5 teaspoons orange zest finely grated
  • tablespoon orange-flower water 
  • 0.3 teaspoon sea salt fine
  • tablespoons butter unsalted chilled cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • cups walnuts toasted chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • aluminum foil
  • tart form

Directions

  1. Blend flour and salt in processor.
  2. Add butter; using on/off turns, process until mixture resembles coarse meal.
  3. Add 5 tablespoons ice water; process until moist clumps form, adding water by teaspoonfuls if dry. Gather into ball; flatten into disk. Wrap in plastic; let stand 1 hour (do not chill).
  4. Mix first 5 ingredients in medium bowl.
  5. Whisk eggs, honey, lemon juice, and orange-flower water in another medium bowl.
  6. Add egg mixture to nut mixture; stir until well blended.
  7. Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 400°F.
  8. Roll crust out on lightly floured surface to 14-inch round.
  9. Transfer to 11-inch-diameter tart pan with removable bottom, allowing crust to drape over pan.
  10. Pour filling into crust, spreading evenly. Fold edges over filling, pleating as needed.
  11. Brush with egg glaze.
  12. Bake tart until filling is deep golden and almost set, about 40 minutes.
  13. Transfer to rack; cool 15 minutes. Carefully insert small knife between top edge of crust and pan sides in several places to loosen tart. Gently push up on tart bottom to release tart from sides of pan. Cool completely. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover with foil and store at room temperature.)
  14. Cut tart into wedges.
  15. *Available in the baking or liquor section of some supermarkets and at liquor stores.

Nutrition Facts

Calories681kcal
Protein6.57%
Fat51.41%
Carbs42.02%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18.41
Glycemic Load
16.94
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
16.328695400901%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.19mg
Eriodictyol
0.27mg
Hesperetin
0.81mg
Naringenin
0.08mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:681.33kcal
34.07%
Fat:40.57g
62.42%
Saturated Fat:9.61g
60.05%
Carbohydrates:74.61g
24.87%
Net Carbohydrates:70.86g
25.77%
Sugar:50.91g
56.57%
Cholesterol:96.09mg
32.03%
Sodium:118.17mg
5.14%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:11.68g
23.35%
Manganese:1.7mg
85.06%
Copper:0.77mg
38.69%
Folate:96.94µg
24.24%
Selenium:16.57µg
23.67%
Vitamin B1:0.34mg
22.92%
Phosphorus:219.92mg
21.99%
Magnesium:81.61mg
20.4%
Iron:3.04mg
16.88%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.24%
Vitamin B6:0.3mg
15.05%
Fiber:3.76g
15.03%
Zinc:1.81mg
12.07%
Vitamin B3:1.96mg
9.8%
Calcium:97.34mg
9.73%
Potassium:315.81mg
9.02%
Vitamin A:419.02IU
8.38%
Vitamin B5:0.72mg
7.24%
Vitamin E:0.81mg
5.43%
Vitamin C:3.94mg
4.78%
Vitamin D:0.56µg
3.73%
Vitamin B12:0.19µg
3.13%
Vitamin K:2.18µg
2.08%
Source:Epicurious