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Roasted Grape Goat Cheese Tart Recipe

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  • Author: Ava
  • Total Time: 4 hours 5 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Description

This Roasted Grape Goat Cheese Tart is a stunning dessert featuring a buttery brown sugar shortbread crust, a creamy whipped goat cheese and Greek yogurt filling subtly flavored with honey and orange zest, topped with juicy roasted grapes and candied orange slices. It’s an elegant combination of sweet, tangy, and aromatic flavors, perfect for entertaining or a special treat.

Ingredients

Tart Shell:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt

Filling:

  • 1 cup goat cheese, at room temperature
  • 2/3 cup Greek yogurt, at room temperature
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 medium orange, zested (divided, reserve some zest for grapes)

Roasted Grapes and Garnish:

  • 3 cups red and/or black grapes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 medium orange (reserved from above, half sliced thinly, half juiced)
  • 6-8 sprigs fresh thyme

Instructions

  1. Preheat Tart Shell: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the tart shell.
  2. Prepare Dry Ingredients: Whisk together the all purpose flour and fine sea salt in a medium bowl and set aside.
  3. Make Brown Sugar Shortbread Dough: In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the room temperature unsalted butter and brown sugar on medium-high speed for about 5 minutes until light and fluffy. Stop the mixer and scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and mix until fully incorporated.
  4. Add Dry Ingredients: Reduce mixer speed to low and gradually add the flour-salt mixture. Mix only until the dough just comes together and remains crumbly to make it easier to press into the pan.
  5. Form Tart Shell: Evenly spread the crumbly dough into the bottom of a 9-inch tart pan with a removable bottom. Lightly press the dough to cover the base and edges slightly, then prick the surface gently with a fork to prevent uneven rising.
  6. Bake Tart Shell: Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, until the tart shell puffs slightly and turns a warm golden color. Remove and allow to cool completely on a wire rack while you prepare the filling.
  7. Whip Goat Cheese Filling: Using the whisk attachment on your stand mixer, whip the goat cheese at room temperature until light and fluffy. Add Greek yogurt, honey, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and reserved orange zest. Whip until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  8. Fill and Chill Tart: Pour the whipped goat cheese filling into the cooled tart shell and smooth the top with a spatula. Place the tart in the refrigerator to chill and set for at least 3 to 4 hours.
  9. Preheat for Roasted Grapes: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to roast the grapes.
  10. Prepare Grapes and Orange: Slice half of the reserved orange into very thin rounds and juice the other half, setting the juice aside. On a rimmed baking sheet, combine the grapes, orange slices, granulated sugar, olive oil, and fresh thyme sprigs. Toss gently to coat the grapes evenly.
  11. Roast Grapes: Roast the grapes in the oven for 15 to 20 minutes until they begin to soften, shrivel, and some burst slightly. The orange slices will candy and brown beautifully, adding a lovely garnish element. Remove and allow to cool on the baking sheet.
  12. Assemble Tart: Remove the chilled tart from the fridge. Carefully spoon the roasted grapes and their juices onto the tart, distributing them evenly. Garnish with the candied orange slices and additional fresh thyme sprigs.
  13. Serve: Slice the tart and serve immediately for the best texture and flavor. Alternatively, slice first and top each serving individually with the grapes and garnishes just before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure all dairy ingredients like butter, goat cheese, and Greek yogurt are at room temperature for easier mixing and better texture.
  • The tart shell can be baked a day ahead and stored in an airtight container at room temperature.
  • Chilling the filling for at least 3-4 hours is crucial for proper set-up and sliceability.
  • Roasted grapes add natural sweetness and a unique texture contrast—fresh grapes won’t give the same effect.
  • Use a tart pan with a removable bottom for easy release and presentation.
  • For a vegan adaptation, substitute dairy ingredients with plant-based alternatives but expect flavor and texture differences.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://quickandsweetrecipes.com/roasted-grape-goat-cheese-tart-recipe/