Description

Easter Tart Pastiera Napoletana is a flavorful dessert that showcases a creamy ricotta filling and hints of citrus. Perfect for seasonal celebrations and gatherings, this tart is both easy to prepare and delicious, making it a wonderful addition to your homemade recipe collection.

Ingredients

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2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour
½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, cold & cubed
2 large eggs
zest of 1 lemon
pinch of salt
1 ¾ cups (425g) whole milk ricotta (well drained)
1 cup (200g) cooked wheat berries (grano cotto)
¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 cup (240ml) whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1–2 teaspoons orange blossom water
zest of 1 orange
zest of 1 lemon
⅓ cup (50g) candied orange peel (optional)
1 cup (170g) dark chocolate, melted (optional)
4–6 chocolate eggs (optional)

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Instructions

Combine cooked wheat berries with ½ cup of milk in a small saucepan, cook until creamy, then let cool.
In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, salt, and lemon zest. Rub in the cold butter until coarse crumbs form. Add eggs and mix to form a soft dough. Wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
In another bowl, mix ricotta and sugar until smooth, then add eggs, vanilla, orange blossom water, citrus zest, and remaining milk. Fold in cooled wheat mixture and candied peel.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch tart pan. Roll out two-thirds of the dough to line the pan. Pour in the filling and spread evenly. Use remaining dough for a lattice topping.
Bake for 50–60 minutes until golden and the center is set. Cover with foil if crust browns too quickly.
Cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 12–24 hours before serving.
(Optional) Drizzle melted chocolate onto parchment paper to form a nest shape, let set, and place in the tart center with chocolate eggs.

Notes

Make sure the ricotta is well-drained for a firmer filling.
Preparing the tart a day in advance enhances the flavors and texture.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 380
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 46g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 7g
Cholesterol: 85mg