Cranberry And Orange Tartlets With Spiced Crust

Name: Cranberry And Orange Tartlets With Spiced Crust
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Crusts:; 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 3 tablespoons butter, melted; 1 tablespoon water; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves; Cooking spray; Filling:; 1/2 cup (4 ounces) 1/3-less-fat cream cheese, softened; 1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream; 3 tablespoons granulated sugar; 1/2 teaspoon grated orange rind; Dash of ground cloves; Topping:; 1 cup fresh orange juice (about 2 oranges); 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 2 cups fresh cranberries; Remaining ingredients:; 20 orange sections (about 3 oranges); 5 teaspoons granulated sugar, divided

Servings: persons

Crusts:
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
2 tablespoons brown sugar
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon water
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
Cooking spray
Filling:
1/2 cup (4 ounces) 1/3-less-fat cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon grated orange rind
Dash of ground cloves
Topping:
1 cup fresh orange juice (about 2 oranges)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 cups fresh cranberries
Remaining ingredients:
20 orange sections (about 3 oranges)
5 teaspoons granulated sugar, divided

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0.
2
To prepare crusts, combine first 6 ingredients, tossing well. Spoon about 3 tablespoons crumb mixture into each of 10 (3 x 1-inch) ceramic tartlet dishes coated with cooking spray. Press crumbs into bottom and up sides of dishes. Place dishes on a baking sheet. Bake at 350u00b0 for 12 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool completely on a wire rack.
3
To prepare filling, beat cream cheese with a mixer at high speed until smooth. Add sour cream, 3 tablespoons granulated sugar, rind, and dash of cloves; beat until well blended. Chill.
4
To prepare topping, combine orange juice and 1/2 cup granulated sugar in a large saucepan. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Add cranberries; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer until thick and reduced to 1 cup (about 15 minutes). Cool completely.
5
Spread about 1 1/2 tablespoons filling into bottom of each crust; top each tartlet with about 1 1/2 tablespoons topping. Just before serving, top each tartlet with 2 orange sections. Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar over each serving. Holding a kitchen blow torch about 2 inches from the top of each tartlet, heat the sugar, moving the torch back and forth, until sugar is completely melted and caramelized (about 30 seconds). Serve within 30 minutes (do not refrigerate or caramel will melt).

840

kcal

Calories

Fat

122

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Crusts:, 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 3 tablespoons butter, melted, and more.

Yes, Cranberry And Orange Tartlets With Spiced Crust falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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