Pomegranate Pistachio Tart Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 1 large egg yolk
• 1 tablespoon ice water

For the Filling:

• 1 cup shelled pistachios, finely ground
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Pinch of salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 3 large eggs
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Topping:

• 1 cup fresh pomegranate arils (seeds)
• 2 tablespoons chopped pistachios

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch tart pan with a removable bottom.

2. In a food processor, combine the flour, sugar, and salt for the crust. Add the cold cubed butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

3. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and ice water. Add this mixture to the flour mixture and pulse until the dough comes together.

4. Press the dough evenly into the bottom and up the sides of the prepared tart pan. Prick the bottom of the crust with a fork and place it in the refrigerator to chill for 15 minutes.

5. Once chilled, bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until lightly golden brown. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly while you prepare the filling.

6. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the ground pistachios, sugar, cardamom, cinnamon, and salt for the filling.

7. In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, honey, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until well combined.

8. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until smooth and well incorporated.

9. Pour the filling into the partially baked tart crust and spread it out evenly.

10. Return the tart to the oven and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set and the edges are golden brown.

11. Once baked, remove the tart from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack.

12. Once cooled, carefully remove the tart from the pan and transfer it to a serving plate.

13. Just before serving, scatter the fresh pomegranate arils and chopped pistachios over the top of the tart.

14. Slice and serve the delicious Pomegranate Pistachio Tart as a stunning dessert for any occasion!

Enjoy the beautiful combination of flavors and textures in this elegant Pomegranate Pistachio Tart. It's sure to impress your guests and delight your taste buds!