Raspberry Crostada

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 11

Delicious Raspberry Crostada recipe for your summer dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

435

Sugar

30g

Fat

24g

The Raspberry Crostada is a traditional Italian dessert that is perfect for summer. This dessert features a crumbly crust and sweet raspberry filling, making it a crowd-pleaser at any gathering. The crumbly top crust is a delicious contrast to the sweet and tart raspberry jam, resulting in a perfect balance of flavors and textures. This dessert is simple to prepare and can be made with minimal ingredients, making it a great option for when you are short on time.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.	In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3.	Add in the egg, egg yolk, and lemon zest, mixing well.
4.	Slowly mix in the flour until the dough comes together.
5.	Take half the dough and press it evenly into a 9-inch tart pan with a removable bottom.
6.	Spread the raspberry jam evenly over the dough.
7.	Take the remaining dough and crumble it over the top of the jam.
8.	Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
9.	Let cool before serving.

PROS

The Raspberry Crostada is an easy-to-make dessert that is not overly sweet.

The crumbly texture of the top crust complements the sweetness of the jam perfectly.

CONS

The Raspberry Crostada can be quite crumbly, which may make it difficult to serve.

This dessert is also quite high in sugar and calories, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not the healthiest dessert option, the Raspberry Crostada does contain some health benefits.
Raspberries are high in vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants.
This dessert can also be made with whole wheat flour and less sugar for a healthier option.

	2 cups flour
	1/2 cup sugar
	2/3 cup butter , at room temperature
	1 egg
	1 egg yolk
	1 lemon , zest of
	2 cups raspberry jam