Ingredients
– 6 ounces graham crackers (11 sheets) for the crust
– 4 tablespoons butter, melted for the crust
– 2 tablespoons granulated sugar for the crust
– 12 ounces cranberries, fresh or frozen for the cranberry filling
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar for the cranberry filling
– 2 teaspoons cornstarch for the cranberry filling
– 1/2 cup water for the cranberry filling
– 12 ounces white chocolate, chopped for the white chocolate ganache filling
– 1/2 cup heavy or whipping cream for the white chocolate ganache filling
– 4 tablespoons unsalted butter for the white chocolate ganache filling
– Plain cranberries (amount as desired) for the garnish
– Rosemary sprigs (a few for decoration) for the garnish
Instructions
1-Getting Started with Mise en Place: First things first, preheat your oven to 350Β°F. Pull together all your ingredients like the graham crackers, cranberries, and white chocolate. If your cranberries are frozen, let them thaw a bit. Chopping the white chocolate evenly helps it melt smoothly, trust me on that.
2-Baking the Crust: Spray a 9-inch fluted tart pan with removable bottom to make things easy. Process the graham crackers with melted butter and sugar until you get fine crumbs. Press this mixture firmly into the pan and bake it on a sheet for 8 minutes until itβs lightly golden. Let it cool completely before moving on.
3-Making the Cranberry Filling: In a saucepan, mix the cranberries, sugar, cornstarch, and water. Bring it to a boil over medium heat, stirring often. Then simmer for 10 minutes until the berries break down. Take it off the heat and let it cool fully this step adds that tangy punch we love.
4-Creating the White Chocolate Ganache: Pop the chopped white chocolate into a bowl. Heat the cream and butter in a saucepan until the butter melts and bubbles form. Pour this over the chocolate and whisk until itβs silky smooth. This ganache is what gives the tart its creamy twist.
5-Assembling and Chilling: Spread the cranberry filling halfway up the cooled crust sides. Pour the ganache on top and level it off. Pop the tart in the fridge overnight to set. Just before serving, add some plain cranberries and rosemary sprigs for that fresh look.
Last Step:
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βοΈ Crust can be baked and frozen in advance, no need to thaw before using.
π Cranberry filling can be made up to 1 week ahead and refrigerated, covered.
π« Ganache can be prepared up to 2 weeks early and refrigerated; gently warm to soften if too firm.
π½οΈ Use a 9-inch springform pan if a tart pan isnβt available.
π₯ Crush graham crackers in a ziplock bag with a rolling pin if no food processor is available.
π« Substitute white chocolate with milk or dark chocolate if preferred.
βοΈ Sugared cranberries make a simple and beautiful garnish.
β²οΈ Speed up setting by placing tart briefly in the freezer.
π Add garnishes just before serving, especially when transporting.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Refrigeration: Overnight
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 368 kcal
- Sugar: 32 g
- Sodium: 124 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 37 mg
