Festive Cranberry Treats: Delightful Holiday Desserts
This Festive Cranberry Tart is a stunning and delicious holiday dessert featuring tart cranberries, buttery crust, and a caramel-sweet filling. It’s easy to make, beautifully vibrant, and the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors—an elegant addition to any festive table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 1 tart (8 servings)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups Fresh Cranberries
3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
1/4 cup Brown Sugar
1 tablespoon Cornstarch
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1 Pre-made Pie Crust (store-bought or homemade)
2 tablespoons Butter, cubed
Optional: 1 teaspoon Orange Zest
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure a crisp, golden crust.
- In a large bowl, combine cranberries, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and orange zest if using. Toss until cranberries are evenly coated.
- Roll out the pie crust and fit it into a 9-inch tart pan, trimming any excess dough. Pour the cranberry mixture into the crust and spread evenly. Dot the top with butter cubes.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the cranberries are bubbling and the crust is golden brown.
- Cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar for a festive touch.
Notes
Use thawed and drained frozen cranberries if fresh aren’t available.
Add orange zest or a pinch of cinnamon and nutmeg for extra holiday flavor.
Substitute almond flour crust for a gluten-free version.
Top with whipped cream, glaze, or vanilla ice cream for a decadent finish.
Store covered in the fridge for up to 4 days; it tastes even better the next day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 tart)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
