Prune And Goat Cheese Tart With Walnut Spice Crust

Name: Prune And Goat Cheese Tart With Walnut Spice Crust
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Crust; 1 cup flour; 1/2 cup powdered sugar; 1/2 cup walnuts; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 5 tablespoons cold butter, cut into 1/2 inch cubes; 1 egg; Filling; 6 ounces prunes; 1/4 cup cognac; 8 ounces soft goat cheese that has sat at room temperature for while; 1 cup ricotta; 3 tablespoons sugar; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg; 1/3 cup honey

Servings: persons

Crust
1 cup flour
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/2 cup walnuts
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
1 teaspoon dried thyme
5 tablespoons cold butter, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
1 egg
Filling
6 ounces prunes
1/4 cup cognac
8 ounces soft goat cheese that has sat at room temperature for while
1 cup ricotta
3 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/3 cup honey

1
Microwave cognac and prunes for 45 seconds and let sit at room temperature while you prepare the rest of the tart.
2
Blend flour, sugar, walnuts, salt, nutmeg, cinnamon, cardamom and thyme in a food processor until nuts are finely ground. Add butter and pulse until the dough looks like coarse cornmeal. Add egg and pulse until dough start to form large clumps. Press the dough into a 9 inch tart pan with removable bottom and chill for at least an hour.
3
Line crust with foil and fill with pie weights. Bake in a preheated 350 oven for 15 minutes. Remove foil and weights and bake for another 15 minutes, until golden. Let cool completely.
4
Blend prunes and cognac in food processor until smooth. Place in a medium bowl and add goat cheese, ricotta, sugar, olive oil and nutmeg. Spread filling in cooled crust and chill for at least an hour.
5
Just before serving, bring the honey to a boil in a small saucepan. Boil for about two minutes, until the honey gets very bubbly. Turn off the heat, stir until the bubbles subside, and pour over the tart.

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* 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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Crust, 1 cup flour, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 1/2 cup walnuts, and more.

Yes, Prune And Goat Cheese Tart With Walnut Spice 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!