Follow these steps for perfect results
All-purpose flour
unbleached
Granulated sugar
Orange zest
finely grated
Table salt
Unsalted butter
cold, cut into cubes
Egg
lightly beaten
Heavy cream
Pumpkin puree
solid-pack
Eggs
Granulated sugar
Dark brown sugar
packed
All-purpose flour
unbleached
Ground ginger
Ground cinnamon
Ground cloves
Table salt
Heavy cream
Bourbon
All-purpose flour
unbleached
Granulated sugar
Dark brown sugar
packed
Ground cinnamon
Table salt
Unsalted butter
cold, cut into cubes
Walnut halves
toasted and coarsely chopped
Crystallized ginger
chopped
Prepare the tart crust by mixing flour, sugar, orange zest, and salt in a bowl.
Add cold butter and mix until crumbly.
Incorporate egg and heavy cream until the dough just comes together.
If needed, add more cream to hydrate the dough.
Shape the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Make the pumpkin filling by combining pumpkin, eggs, sugar, flour, spices, and salt in a bowl.
Whisk in heavy cream and bourbon.
Prepare the streusel topping by pulsing flour, sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a food processor.
Add cold butter and pulse until crumbly.
Stir in toasted walnuts and crystallized ginger.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Roll out the chilled tart dough into a 13-inch round.
Drape the dough into a 10-inch tart pan, fitting it into the contours.
Fold excess dough to create an edge.
Pour the pumpkin mixture into the unbaked tart crust.
Scatter the streusel mixture evenly over the filling.
Bake for 50-65 minutes, until the topping is cooked and the center is set.
Cool the tart on a rack for at least 2 hours before serving.
Expert advice for the best results
Use high-quality bourbon for the best flavor.
Toast the walnuts to enhance their nutty taste.
Chill the tart thoroughly before serving.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Can be made a day in advance.
Dust with powdered sugar and garnish with fresh berries.
Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Complements the sweetness and spice.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Traditional fall dessert
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