Orange and Mango Tart

Recipe by
Rossella Maraio

If you're craving a citrus fruit tart that really wakes up your taste buds, you've gotta check out this Italian delight. Originating from Italian kitchens, the orange mango tart uses a technique called "cottura alla cieca" to blind-bake the crust, ensuring a crispy shell. Really good stuff. What makes this orange mango tart different is the combo of fresh fruit—sweet mango and zesty orange—spread over a layer of tangy orange jam. Seriously good. In Italy, it's common to arrange thin slices of mango and orange in a rose pattern, creating a look that's as beautiful as it is tasty. And the taste? Each bite bursts with bright, sweet flavors. Pretty simple. The fruit makes it look kinda fancy, even though it’s easy to put together. This dessert fits perfectly at a special family meal or even just a regular afternoon when you want a treat that feels a bit special.

In different parts of Italy, you’ll notice some fun twists. Some regions use local oranges or even swap in a little lemon for extra tangy punch, but the classic combo of orange and mango gives the tropical fruit tart its main taste. And here's the thing: what really works here is how the tropical mango plays off the sharp citrus. It makes it a homemade fruit tart that’s packed with color and a fresh, moist bite. Folks love arranging the fruit in that rose shape—it definitely brings a wow factor when you set it on the table. Plus, besides looking great, this orange mango dessert has a nice balance—nothing is too overpowering, and the textures all come together. So, here’s the deal: it’s the sort of tender, melt-in-your-mouth tart that’s just right with coffee or as a sweet finish to any dinner. When you want an easy fruit tart recipe that’s got big flavor and a little Italian flair, this fruit tart with citrus and mango really really brings it. It’s simple, it’s pretty, and it tastes like a sunny day in Italy.