Port-Glazed Grape Tarts With Pecan Crust

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 0
Decadent Port-Glazed Grape Tarts With Pecan Crust
in Dessert

Prep

40 min

Cook

1 hr 15 min

Ready In

2 hr 5 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup pecans , lightly toasted
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup cold unsalted butter , cut into tablespoon pieces
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups ruby port
1 1/2 cups concord grape jelly
3/4 teaspoon fresh lemon juice ( or to taste )
5 lbs small red seedless grapes , stems discarded

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
544
Sugar
34g
Fat
31g
Port-Glazed Grape Tarts With Pecan Crust is an elegant dessert recipe that is perfect for any special occasion. The combination of sweet ruby port and grape jelly glaze with juicy red grapes over a nutty and buttery crust creates a delightful, satisfying dessert. The addition of pecans to the crust gives this dessert a nice, crunchy texture and boosts its nutritional value. This recipe is a perfect example of how you can enjoy dessert while incorporating healthy ingredients into it.

Instructions

1.In a food processor, pulse the pecans and brown sugar until the pecans are finely ground.
2.Add the flour, butter, cinnamon, ginger, and salt to the pecan mixture and pulse until the mixture comes together in pea-sized pieces.
3.Pour the mixture into a 9-inch tart pan and press it firmly into the sides and bottom of the pan.
4.Freeze the crust for 30 minutes.
5.Preheat the oven to 375°F.
6.Cover the crust with parchment paper and fill the tart pan with pie weights or dried beans.
7.Bake the crust for 25-30 minutes until golden and set.
8.Cool the crust completely on a wire rack.
9.In a saucepan, bring the port and grape jelly to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally.
10.Reduce the heat to medium and let the mixture simmer until it has thickened and reduced to about 1 cup, stirring occasionally for about 45min-1hr.
11.Stir in the lemon juice.
12.Arrange the grapes in the cooled tart crust.
13.Carefully spoon the port and grape jelly mixture over the grapes. Spread it out evenly over the top of the grapes.
14.Refrigerate the tart for at least 1 hour before serving.

PROS

These Port-Glazed Grape Tarts With Pecan Crust are perfect for those looking to enjoy a decadent dessert without being overly sweet.
The addition of port and grape jelly gives this dessert a unique, sophisticated flavor.
The crust is also nutty and crunchy, making it a good complement to the soft, juicy grapes.

CONS

This recipe requires some time and effort to make, especially the port and grape jelly mixture.
It is also a rich dessert, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dessert is not particularly healthy, grapes are rich in antioxidants and offer several health benefits. They have been found to reduce the risk of heart disease, lower blood pressure, and improve brain function. Pecans are also a good source of healthy fats and various nutrients, such as vitamin E and magnesium.

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