Description
Delicious holiday treat featuring a buttery crust and creamy custard infused with vibrant orange zest and warm spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- Zest and juice of 2 fresh oranges
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the crust by mixing together butter, granulated sugar, and flour until crumbly. Press into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Bake for 15 minutes until golden and let cool.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, orange zest, juice, heavy cream, milk, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Pour the custard filling over the cooled crust and bake for 25-30 minutes until just set.
- Cool completely before slicing into squares and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
For a richer flavor, consider browning the butter for the crust. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: holiday dessert, custard bars, orange dessert, festive treats, family recipes