Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation Steps
- Begin by combining flour, powdered sugar, almond flour, salt, and grated orange zest in a food processor.
- Cut cold, unsalted butter into cubes, adding it to the mixture. Pulse until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs, about 10 seconds.
- Add the egg yolk and a few tablespoons of cold water, pulsing briefly until the dough just comes together.
- Chill the dough in plastic wrap for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to a 12-inch circle.
- Transfer it to a tart pan, prick the bottom with a fork, and chill for another 15 minutes.
- Line the crust with parchment paper, fill with pie weights, and bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges are set.
- Remove the weights and parchment, then bake for an additional 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- In a saucepan, gently heat fresh orange juice over medium heat.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, superfine sugar, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Gradually pour the hot orange juice into the egg mixture, whisking continuously.
- Return the mixture to the saucepan, cooking on low heat while stirring constantly until it thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in softened gelatin and butter until fully incorporated.
- Pour the orange curd into the prepared tart shell, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or preferably overnight.
- Before serving, whip heavy cream with a dash of sugar until soft peaks form.
- Garnish the tart with whipped cream, fresh orange segments, and a sprinkle of crushed pistachios.
Nutrition
Notes
This Classic Orange Tart can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator to set perfectly for your gathering.
