Ecclefechan Tart – A Sweet Holiday Dessert Delight
This rich Scottish Ecclefechan Tart is a festive treat filled with sweet dried fruits and nuts in a buttery shell.
Servings: 8 slices
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and diced
- 1-2 tablespoons cold water
- 1/2 cup soft light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar (or lemon juice)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup sultanas or golden raisins
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 1/4 cup glacé cherries, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- To make the pastry, rub the cold diced butter into the flour using your fingertips until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
- Add cold water gradually and mix until a dough forms. Wrap and chill for 20 minutes.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface and line a tart tin. Trim edges and chill for another 10 minutes.
- In a large bowl, whisk together brown sugar, eggs, melted butter, vinegar, cinnamon, and salt.
- Stir in the dried fruits and nuts until well combined.
- Pour the filling into the prepared tart shell and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden and set. Let cool before serving.