Italian crostata with custard and caramelized oranges from Signor Fausto

6 servings

60 minutes

Signor Fausto's Italian crostata with custard and caramelized oranges is a refined combination of crispy shortcrust pastry, delicate vanilla custard, and vibrant caramelized oranges. This dessert, rooted in the traditions of Tuscan bakers, captivates with its rich flavor and aroma. The cream adds softness while the caramelized oranges bring a harmony of sweetness and slight acidity. The crostata is perfect for morning coffee or evening treats, and its elegance makes it worthy of any festive table. Thanks to the skillful balance of ingredients, each bite reveals new flavor nuances reminiscent of sunny Italy and the artistry of Italian pastry chefs.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 706.4
• Proteins: 14.3g
• Fats: 24.8g
• Carbohydrates: 107.2g

Ingredients

• Wheat flour: 380 g
• Sugar: 220 g
• Butter: 120 g
• Chicken egg: 4 pc
• Baking powder: 5 g
• Oranges: 2 pc
• Brown sugar: 4 tbsp
• Milk: 500 ml

Cooking steps

1. For the test, mix 300 g of flour, 100 g of sugar, and baking powder in a bowl, then add 2 eggs and butter. Mix everything until a homogeneous mass is obtained. Place the dough in the refrigerator for 20 minutes. After the dough cools well, roll it out to a thickness of 5-7 mm, place it in a baking dish, prick with a fork and bake in the oven for 20 minutes at a temperature of 160 degrees (if the oven does not have a 'convection' function then at 180 degrees).

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 380 g
   • Sugar: 220 g
   • Baking powder: 5 g
   • Chicken egg: 4 pieces
   • Butter: 120 g

2. For caramelized oranges, wash 2 oranges, slice one into rounds, peel the second (avoiding the white part), cut it into squares, and squeeze the juice from the orange. Place the orange segments, peel, and sugar in a pan, pour in the orange juice. Cook on low heat for half an hour.

   Required ingredients:

   • Oranges: 2 pieces
   • Sugar: 220 g
   • Brown sugar: 4 tablespoons

3. For the custard cream, put 80 g of flour, 120 g of sugar, and 2 eggs in a saucepan, gradually add milk and mix well with a whisk. Place the saucepan on the stove and cook while stirring constantly. When the cream is ready, place it in a bowl, cover it with plastic wrap (it should touch the cream), and let it cool. It's better to prepare the cream about an hour before placing it in the crostata.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 380 g
   • Sugar: 220 g
   • Chicken egg: 4 pieces
   • Milk: 500 ml

4. Place the cream in the still hot crostata and top with caramelized oranges.