Pumpkin Tart
Indulge in the warmth of fall with this delightful pumpkin tart, featuring a buttery crust and a silky-smooth spiced filling. This easy-to-make dessert is perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings at home. The harmonious blend of cinnamon and nutmeg combined with rich pumpkin puree creates an irresistible treat that will leave everyone craving more.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, combine flour and salt, then cut in cold butter until crumbly. Gradually add ice water to form dough.
- Roll out the dough into a circle, fit into a tart pan, and blind bake for 15 minutes with parchment and weights.
- In another bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, both sugars, cinnamon, nutmeg, eggs, cream, and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour filling into the pre-baked crust and bake for an additional 40-45 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center.
- Let cool before slicing and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, try using fresh pumpkin puree instead of canned. - Experiment with spices like ginger or allspice for a unique twist. - Top with whipped cream or caramel for an indulgent finish.