Orange tart recipe

It’s orange season here in California, and this year, I decided to try something new. With so many fresh, juicy California oranges at my disposal, I created a delicious orange tart that’s perfect dessert for any occasion. Here’s my recipe for this delightful treat

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed and chilled
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 egg yolk
• 1 tablespoon ice water
• 3-4 fresh California oranges
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3 large eggs
• 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instruction:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a food processor, pulse the flour, butter, sugar, and salt until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Add the egg yolk and ice water and pulse until the dough comes together in a ball.
4. Flatten the dough into a disk and wrap it in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
5. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer it to a 9-inch tart pan with a removable bottom. Trim the edges and prick the bottom with a fork.
6. Line the crust with parchment paper and fill it with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for 15 minutes.
7. Remove the parchment paper and weights/beans and bake for another 10-15 minutes, until the crust is golden brown.
8. While the crust is baking, make the filling. Using a vegetable peeler, remove the zest from one of the oranges. Be careful to only take the orange part and not the white pith, as it is bitter.
9. In a large bowl, beat the sugar and butter until creamy.
10. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
11. Add the orange juice, zest, and the juice of 2-3 oranges (enough to make 1/4 cup). Beat until combined.
12. Pour the filling into the pre-baked crust and smooth the top.
13. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the filling is set and golden brown on top.
14. Let the tart cool to room temperature before removing it from the pan.
15. Slice the remaining orange(s) and arrange the slices on top of the tart. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Enjoy your delicious orange tart made with fresh California oranges!