Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
6 unit

butter

softened

0.33 cup

sugar

1 unit

egg yolk

0.5 tsp

vanilla

2 cup

all-purpose flour

4 unit

eggs

0.75 cup

light brown sugar

0.33 cup

light corn syrup

0.33 cup

molasses

2 tbsp

lime vodka

0.5 tsp

salt

3 tbsp

unsalted butter

melted

0.75 cup

pecans

chopped

0.33 cup

dried cranberries

chopped

0.13 tsp

lime zest

grated

Step 1
~5 min

Cream butter and sugar in a bowl with an electric mixer for 3 minutes, or until smooth and fluffy.

Step 2
~5 min

Add egg yolk and vanilla and beat until smooth.

Step 3
~5 min

Gradually add flour, 1 cup at a time, beating until just combined and the dough comes together.

Step 4
~5 min

Knead the dough with your hands 3 or 4 times, then shape it into a flat disk.

Step 5
~5 min

Press the dough disk onto the bottom and sides of a 10-inch tart pan with a removable bottom.

Step 6
~5 min

Freeze for 2 hours, or overnight.

Step 7
~5 min

Preheat oven to 350F (175C).

Step 8
~5 min

Beat eggs in a large bowl until frothy.

Step 9
~5 min

Whisk in brown sugar, corn syrup, molasses, lime vodka, and salt until the sugar dissolves.

Step 10
~5 min

Beat in the melted butter.

Step 11
~5 min

Fold in the pecans, cranberries, and lime zest with a spatula.

Step 12
~5 min

Remove the crust from the freezer and place it in the center of a baking sheet.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 13
~5 min

Spread the filling in the crust, making sure the cranberries and pecans are evenly distributed.

Step 14
~5 min

Bake the tart for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden-brown.

Step 15
~5 min

Cool in the pan before unmolding and serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use high-quality butter for the best flavor.

Make sure the crust is thoroughly frozen before baking to prevent shrinking.

If the crust starts to brown too quickly, cover it loosely with foil.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Crust can be made ahead and frozen.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High (Baking, Sweet)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled.

Accompany with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla ice cream
Whipped cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

American

Cultural Significance

Holiday Dessert

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Holiday Party

Popularity Score

75/100