Prep Time: 45 minutes

• Cook Time: Up to 3 hours 30 minutes

• Total Time: Approximately 4 hours 15 minutes

• Serves 6-8 people.

This dessert is a delightful combination of zesty orange curd, rich chocolate crumble, sweet candied pecans, and tangy dehydrated oranges. Each component brings its unique flavour and texture, creating a sophisticated and indulgent treat.

Ingredients

For the Orange Curd:

• 3/4 cup fresh orange juice (about 3-4 oranges)

• Zest of 2 oranges

• 1 cup sugar

• 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature

• 4 large eggs

• 1/2 cup lemon juice (about 2-3 lemons)

• Pinch of salt

For the Chocolate Crumble:

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar

• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

For the Candied Pecans:

• 1 cup pecan halves

• 1/4 cup brown sugar

• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

• Pinch of salt

For the Dehydrated Oranges:

• 2-3 large oranges

Orange Curd:

Step 1: Zest and juice the oranges to make 3/4 cup of orange juice.

Step 2: In a saucepan, combine the orange juice, lemon juice, orange zest, sugar, and butter. Heat over low heat until the butter melts.

Step 3: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs. Gradually whisk them into the saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens, about 10 minutes.

Step 4: Remove from heat and strain the curd through a fine sieve. Let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate.

Chocolate Crumble:

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2: In a bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3: Stir in melted butter until the mixture forms small clusters.

Step 4: Spread the mixture on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes. Let it cool, then crumble it into small pieces.

Candied Pecans:

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2: Melt the butter with brown sugar and a pinch of salt. Toss the pecans in this mixture.

Step 3: Spread the pecans on a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Let them cool.

Dehydrated Oranges:

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 200°F (95°C).

Step 2: Thinly slice the oranges and pat them dry.

Step 3: Arrange the slices on a baking sheet and bake for 2-3 hours, flipping halfway through, until they are fully dehydrated.

Assembly

Step 1: Spoon the orange curd into a serving dish.

Step 2: Sprinkle the chocolate crumble over the curd.

Step 3: Add candied pecans and arrange dehydrated orange slices on top.

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