Ingredients
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For the Almond Crust:
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 tablespoons ice water
For the Almond Frangipane Filling:
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
For the Raspberry Topping:
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 2 tablespoons raspberry jam, warmed
- Powdered sugar, for garnish (optional)
Optional Garnishes:
- Sliced almonds
- Fresh mint leaves
- White chocolate drizzle
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Almond Crust
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine all-purpose flour, almond flour, and sugar.
- Cut in the Butter: Add cold, cubed butter to the dry mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Incorporate Wet Ingredients: Mix in the egg yolk and ice water until the dough comes together. Add more water if necessary, 1 teaspoon at a time.
- Chill the Dough: Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Step 2: Make the Almond Frangipane Filling
- Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add Almond Flour and Egg: Mix in the almond flour, followed by the egg and almond extract. Stir until smooth and well combined.
Step 3: Assemble the Tarts
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
- Roll Out the Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8-inch thickness.
- Cut and Press: Use a round cookie cutter to cut circles slightly larger than the muffin tin cups. Gently press each circle into the tin, forming a tart shell.
- Fill with Frangipane: Spoon about 1 tablespoon of frangipane filling into each tart shell, spreading it evenly.
Step 4: Bake the Tarts
- Bake: Place the tarts in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the filling is set.
- Cool: Remove the tarts from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 5: Add the Raspberry Topping
- Arrange the Raspberries: Place fresh raspberries on top of the cooled tarts.
- Glaze with Jam: Brush the raspberries with warmed raspberry jam to add shine and help them stick in place.
- Garnish and Serve: Dust with powdered sugar, add sliced almonds, or drizzle with white chocolate for a decorative touch.
- Prep Time: 35 Minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tart
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 10g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g