Chestnut, Mushroom and Cranberry Tart
This chestnut, mushroom and cranberry tart is a rustic vegetarian main course with a wholemeal crust and creamy filling. Earthy mushrooms pair with sweet chestnuts and tart cranberries, while cream cheese binds everything into a velvety texture. The Thermomix TM7 mixes the pastry and filling components evenly, making this autumn tart achievable any day of the week.
About this recipe
Chestnut, Mushroom and Cranberry Tart in the Thermomix TM7 brings a festive, seasonal centrepiece to your table with minimal effort. If you have been searching for a savoury tart recipe that balances earthy mushrooms, sweet roasted chestnuts and tart cranberries, this all-in-one kitchen machine takes care of the heavy lifting. The TM7 kneads the wholemeal pastry until supple, mixes the cream cheese filling until velvety smooth, and chops the fresh mushrooms evenly so every slice holds its structure. The wholemeal flour gives the crust a rustic, nutty character that echoes the chestnuts, while the cranberries cut through the richness with bursts of acidity. Serve it warm as a vegetarian main course for Sunday lunch, or cold as part of a festive buffet during the holidays. Fresh parsley folded through at the end adds colour and a clean herbal note that lifts the whole tart, making it a reliable choice for autumn and winter gatherings.
Preparation tips
- Brush the mushrooms clean with a damp cloth instead of rinsing them, as they absorb water and can make the chestnut filling soggy during baking, which ruins the crisp wholemeal base.
- Prick the pastry base with a fork and line it with baking paper before blind baking; this keeps the crust dry and crisp underneath the creamy mushroom and chestnut mixture.
- Swap the cream cheese for a herb-flavoured variety if you want extra depth, and reserve a few whole chestnuts and cranberries to scatter on top before baking for a decorative finish.
- Cool the baked tart for at least ten minutes before slicing so the cream cheese filling sets around the mushrooms and chestnuts, giving clean portions instead of a runny centre.
Recipe variations
- Make it fully vegan by replacing the cream cheese with a plant-based alternative and using a mix of olive oil and water in the wholemeal pastry; the chestnuts and mushrooms keep the flavour robust and hearty.
- For a festive Christmas version, add a pinch of dried thyme and a handful of toasted walnuts to the chestnut filling, and garnish the finished tart with extra fresh parsley and cranberries for a striking red-and-green presentation.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Weigh the wholemeal flour directly in the mixing bowl with the integrated TM7 scale, so the pastry turns out with the right consistency every single time.
- Kneading the wholemeal dough in the Thermomix takes just moments and delivers an elastic, supple base without sticky hands or a floury worktop.
- Mixing the cream cheese with the chestnuts in the TM7 creates a silky, lump-free filling far faster than stirring by hand.
- Grinding the cooked chestnuts in the TM7 yields a coarse, rustic crumb that keeps its texture and nutty sweetness throughout the tart.
- Chopping the fresh mushrooms evenly in the TM7 bowl guarantees uniform pieces that cook down consistently into the savoury filling.
Ingredients
- olive oil
- wholemeal flour
- fresh coriander leaves
- olive oil
- water
- fine sea salt
- fresh parsley leaves
- olive oil
- onions
- garlic cloves