Ricotta and orange tart: a delight!

If you’re looking for a dessert that’s both delicious and easy to make, a and orange tart is definitely worth considering. This tart combines creamy ricotta cheese with tangy orange zest, resulting in a beautiful balance of and sour flavors. Plus, the tart’s crusty base is incredibly flaky and tender, making it the perfect accompaniment to the ricotta and orange filling. Here’s how to make this delightful dessert at home.

For the tart crust, you’ll need:

• 1 cup flour
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
• 1 egg yolk
• 2 tbsp ice water

For the ricotta and orange filling, you’ll need:

• 1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 3 eggs
• 1 tbsp orange zest
• 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

To make the crust:

1. In a food processor, pulse together flour and sugar until well combined. Add in butter and pulse until the mixture has a coarse, crumbly texture.

2. Beat the egg yolk in a small bowl and add it into the food processor along with ice water. Pulse until the mixture forms a dough ball.

3. Flatten the dough into a disk and wrap it with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

4. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F. Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface and transfer it into a 9-inch tart pan with a removable bottom.

5. Trim the excess dough from the edges of the pan and prick the bottom with a fork. Line the crust with parchment paper and fill it with pie weights or beans.

6. Bake the crust for 15 minutes, then remove the weights and parchment paper and bake for another 10-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown. Let it cool completely.

To make the filling:

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together ricotta cheese and sugar until smooth.

2. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

3. Add in orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract. Whisk until well combined.

4. Pour the filling into the cooled tart crust. Smooth the top with a spatula.

5. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the filling is set and the edges are golden brown.

6. Let the tart cool completely before slicing and serving.

This ricotta and orange tart is definitely a crowd-pleaser. It’s perfect for a sweet finish to a dinner party or just as a special treat for yourself. The tart’s creamy filling pairs perfectly with the flaky crust, making for a mouth-watering dessert that’s hard to resist. Not only is it easy to make, but it’s also customizable – you can switch up the flavors by adding in different zest or juice, or even adding in chocolate chips for a more indulgent treat. Give this ricotta and orange tart a try and savor the deliciousness!