Description
Cream Cheese Tart with Pomegranate is an exquisite dessert that harmoniously blends creamy richness with the sweet-tart burst of fresh pomegranate seeds. This stunning tart features a flaky crust and a luscious cream cheese filling, making it an impressive yet simple addition to any gathering. Each slice delivers a delightful combination of flavors and textures, guaranteeing you’ll be the star at your next event.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar (for crust)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 1 cup pomegranate seeds
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour and 2 tbsp sugar. Cut in cold butter until crumbly; mix in vanilla. Press mixture into a pie dish.
- Blind bake crust for 15 minutes with parchment paper and weights; remove paper and weights.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese, sour cream, and 1/4 cup sugar until smooth. Pour into crust.
- Top with pomegranate seeds and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow cooling completely before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: - Use room-temperature cream cheese for a smoother filling. - Substitute pomegranate seeds with berries or citrus zest for variations. - Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to five days.