The Simplest Ombrè Citrus Cream Tart.
Fully embracing all the winter citrus with this Ombrè Citrus Cream Tart. Buttery flaky puff pastry, layered with whipped greek yogurt, topped with ombrè colored winter citrus, and drizzled with sweet honey for that extra special touch. Not only is this tart bursting with vibrant colors, but it’s beyond delicious, so easy, and extra pretty. Bonus? It’s made just a touch healthier with whipped greek yogurt and a light drizzle of honey for sweetness. Absolutely nothing not to love.
Here’s the thing I’m learning, when inspiration strikes, run with it, and don’t doubt it for a second. I’m one of the biggest over thinkers you’ll ever meet. Almost every decision I make takes forever. I sit and think about it, over analyzing everything, and generally make myself insane in the process. It’s both one of my best and my worst qualities, but lately it’s been dragging me down.
The over thinking can be physically and mentally exhausting. I’m sure there are some of you who can probably relate. And for those of you who can’t…who run with your gut and don’t think twice. Please leave all your best tips and words of wisdom down below. I would love hear them!
Anyway, my point is, sometimes when the over thinking is just too much for my brain to handle, I will finally run with my gut, or whatever’s truly inspiring me at that moment. Enter this tart. It may not be the most popular recipe I’ll ever share on the blog. And I know it might not be the healthiest, “Healthy January” recipe. But I’m head over heels in love with it. And so happy I decided to go with it, and share it with you all.
It may even be my favorite recipe thus far of the new year!
Here’s the story. I had a bowl full of blood oranges over the weekend. Daylight was slowly fading behind the very snowy mountain tops. I was absolutely loving the light and the way it was hitting the colorful blood oranges. So I pulled out some puff pastry, the yogurt, and crème fraîche I had in the fridge. I grabbed a of couple lemons, and had this ready for photographing in less than 45 minutes.
It’s the simplest winter tart. It reminds me of my favorite blueberry galette I made over the summer. This is that galette, but in winter form, and with the addition of lightly whipped yogurt, and so much citrus. It’s gorgeous, but most importantly, it’s so fresh and so delicious.
The first step is baking the pastry. I brushed it with an egg to get a glossy finish. Then I sprinkled the edges with just a touch of coarse sugar. I did this more for looks than anything else. But it does add a nice sweetness to the dough, along with an extra added crunch. If you’re looking to not add any sugar, you can easily omit it. No big deal.
While the pastry is baking, I whipped a little crème fraîche and plain greek yogurt with Meyer lemon juice. I then added a splash of vanilla. The whipped yogurt is KEY, without it the tart is just a whole lot of fresh citrus. The yogurt adds that creamy, richness that really makes the tart balanced and so delicious.
Layer the yogurt with slices blood oranges and a drizzle of honey.
And that’s it. Super simple. SO PRETTY. And beyond good.
For the oranges, I think I just lucked out with the prettiest assortment of blood oranges. Each had its own unique color and was different and truly the prettiest I’d ever seen. You can use an assortment of your favorite oranges, or just go with one variety. Either way, you really can’t go wrong.
Oh, and as for serving, this makes a great dessert item, but I kind of love it more for a breakfast/brunch. It just feels a little lighter than your average dessert, you know?
Again, either way, you can’t go wrong. So bake it and enjoy! Tuesday needs something sweet and colorful to brighten up these winter days.
If you make this ombrè citrus cream tart, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to also tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
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The Simplest Ombrè Citrus Cream Tart.
Buttery flaky puff pastry, layered with whipped greek yogurt, topped with ombrè colored winter citrus, and drizzled with sweet honey for that extra special touch. Made just a touch healthier with whipped greek yogurt and a light drizzle of honey for sweetness!
Ingredients
- 1 sheet frozen puff pasty, thawed
- 1 egg, beaten
- raw coarse sugar, for sprinkling (optional)
- 6 ounces creme fraiche, mascarpone, or cream cheese
- 1/2 cup plain greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Meyer lemon juice + 1-2 teaspoons zest, to your taste
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1-2 tablespoons honey, plus more for serving
- 6-8 mixed color oranges, thinly sliced (I used all blood oranges)
- 1/2 cup fresh raspberries
- fresh thyme, for serving
Instructions
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1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
2. On a lightly floured surface, roll the puff pastry out into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick. Place the pastry on a parchment lined baking sheet. Using a sharp knife, score a 1 inch border around the edge. Brush the pastry with egg, sprinkle the sugar around the edges. Transfer to the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown. It's OK if the edges get dark. Let cool, before assembling.
3. Meanwhile, make the whipped yogurt. Using an electric mixer, whip the creme fraiche (or cream cheese), yogurt, and lemon juice together until smooth and soft peaks form. Add the vanilla, honey, and lemon zest. Whip to combined.
4. Spread the whipped cream over the tart. Arrange the orange slices over the cream, and scatter over the raspberries. Serve with additional honey and thyme, if desired.
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Beautiful photographs, the light and the colours are really brightening up my grey January day.
I am so glad you like this and I hope you try the recipe! Thank you Louise!
Tieghan, I seriously think this is your most beautiful food photo/styling ever! I’ve read your blog for years and made so many of your wonderful recipes, but never felt compelled to comment (I’m internet shy!). I had to comment after seeing this. Beautiful! Thanks for your wonderful, inspiring work!
Hi Megan! I am so glad you love these photos and I hope you try this recipe! Thank you so much!
This is one of several amazing recipes of yours that are deceptively easy and most impressive. Stunning photography! (I’m sure that I’m not the only one who’d love a print of this, along with many of your other recipes.) My best friend is diabetic — it’s so difficult to find a dessert that looks and tastes ‘indulgent’ while keeping within her dietary restrictions. I know that she’s going to love this…too! Thank you!
Thank you so much Kathy! I am so glad you loved this recipe!
YOU are a crazy Genius!!! I am makin’ that this weekend for brunch and everyone will oooohhh and aaahhhhh and think I’m AMAZING 🙂 I just LOVE your stuff Tieghan, EVERYTHING, every page of this cookbook. If ever you decide to rebrand, you could call yourself HAPPY Food! 😉
Thank you so much Kathy! I am so glad you love this and I hope it turns out amazing for you!
Gorgeous photos. I had made your blueberry gallete and I will try this one as well. Sounds very easy and looks yummy.
Thank you so much Agne! I hope you try this recipe!
Such a stunning tart, I love the ombrè citrus!
Thank you Laura!
very beautiful
your foods like an art gallery
Wow you’re too sweet! Thank you so much Corian!
i like this
Thank you Ghati!
The blood oranges add such a beautiful color!
Thank you!
This was absolutely delicious and beyond beautiful! The second I saw it I knew I had to make it. I’m not usually one to take photos of things I make, except I definitely did with this haha. I’m so thankful for your recipes. You are brilliant Tieghan!!
Thank you so much Michelle! I am so glad you loved this tart!
this looks soooooo good!! i’m still a pretty intermediate baker (i’m only 17) but this definitely looks like something i could try. my question was what are the lil pink flecks in the whipped yogurt?
HI there! The pink flecks are the blood orange juices. Please let me know if you have any other questions. I hope you love this recipe! Thank you! xTieghan
I, too, love your recipes and website Tieghan. I have been asked to take a fruit plate to an event soon and seeing this, think it might be nice to include a row of bite-size citrus and cream puff pastry tarts. Do you think this recipe would work well for that?
Hey Jan! I am sure mini tarts of this will be so cute! Love that idea!! Please let me know if you have any other questions. I hope you love this recipe! Thank you! xTieghan
hi! what do you mean by “score the edge”? do you make criss cross marks on the border, or cut a line around the pastry to make a border? thanks!
hi there! Just cut a line around the edge to make a border. Please let me know if you have any other questions. I hope you love this recipe! Thank you! xTieghan
Just made this yesterday for dessert, WOW! My ingredients were a little different, using what I had on hand, oranges and pomegranate, it was delicious, very simple, and beautiful. Now I’m thinking of all the combinations I can do with this, all the berries, pineapple and kiwis, and persimmons when they come back in season. Great recipe, thank you for sharing!
Love that you used what you had and it turned out amazing! Thank you Cindy! xTieghan
Looks delicious for New Year’s brunch! Can you make this in a tart pan?
HI! If you have a large 10-12 inch tart pan or rectangular tart pan that will work great. Please let me know if you have any other questions. I hope you love this recipe! Thank you and Happy New Year! xTieghan
I LOVED this!! Tastes amazing and refreshing if it’s the winter season and you’re sick over baking pumpkin and apples. Only comment i would make is that i scored the border, but the middle of the tart blew up like a balloon in the oven and the border barely rose in some parts. I forced it to deflate and i was able to assemble everything on top just fine, but i just wasn’t sure if i did something wrong with the pastry. I garnished with basil instead 🙂
Thank you so much! I am so glad you loved this! xTieghan
Looks delicious! How long before serving can I assemble this?
Hi Justine! You can make this 4-6 hours ahead of time. OR leave the citrus off and make the rest of the tart 1-2 days ahead, then add the citrus just before serving. Either option works well! Please let me know if you have any other questions. I hope you love this recipe! Thank you!! xTieghan