Description
This Mimosa Tart is a sophisticated, citrusy dessert that brings the festive flavors of a classic mimosa to your table. A crisp graham cracker crust, a champagne-infused creamy filling, and vibrant candied orange slices create a perfect balance of texture and flavor. Whether for brunch, holidays, or a special celebration, this tart is an elegant and refreshing treat!
Ingredients
Candied Oranges:
- Water
- Granulated sugar
- Fresh oranges, thinly sliced
Graham Cracker Crust:
- Unsalted butter, softened
- Brown sugar
- Honey
- All-purpose flour
- Graham cracker crumbs
- Salt
- Baking powder
- Ground cinnamon
- Whole milk
Champagne Filling:
- Unflavored gelatin
- Cold water
- Champagne or sparkling white wine
- Orange zest
- Granulated sugar
- Heavy whipping cream
- Powdered sugar
Instructions
1. Prepare the Candied Oranges:
- In a large pot, combine water and granulated sugar; bring to a simmer.
- Add thinly sliced oranges, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes.
- Remove slices, pat dry, and lightly sprinkle with granulated sugar.
2. Make the Graham Cracker Crust:
- Beat softened butter until smooth.
- Add brown sugar and honey; beat until creamy.
- Mix in flour, graham cracker crumbs, salt, baking powder, and cinnamon until dough forms.
- Add milk and mix until combined.
- Wrap dough in plastic wrap; chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll out dough on parchment paper to fit a 14″ x 5″ tart pan.
- Transfer dough to pan, press into place, trim excess, and prick the bottom with a fork.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) with pie weights for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.
3. Prepare the Champagne Filling:
- In a small bowl, combine unflavored gelatin with cold water; let it bloom.
- In a saucepan, mix champagne, orange zest, and granulated sugar; heat until just simmering, then remove from heat.
- Microwave gelatin for 10 seconds; whisk into the warm champagne mixture until smooth.
- Let the mixture cool to room temperature until it begins to set.
- Whip heavy cream and powdered sugar to stiff peaks; fold in the champagne mixture gently.
4. Assemble the Tart:
- Spread the champagne filling evenly into the cooled graham cracker crust.
- Arrange candied orange slices on top.
- Refrigerate for 3-4 hours until set.
Notes
- Fruit Alternatives: Try blood oranges, grapefruit, or lemons for a unique citrus twist.
- Crust Alternatives: Use a pie crust, digestive biscuit crust, or vanilla wafer crust instead of graham crackers.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: French