Ingredients
- For the tart shells:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- 1–2 tablespoons cold water, if needed
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- For the almond cream:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- For topping:
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
- 2 tablespoons sliced almonds (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the tart dough by mixing flour, powdered sugar, and salt in a bowl.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture becomes crumbly.
- Add the egg yolk and enough cold water to form a smooth dough.
- Wrap and chill the dough for about 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Roll out the chilled dough and press it into tartlet molds, trimming any excess.
- Pre-bake the tart shells for about 10 minutes until slightly set.
- Meanwhile, prepare the almond cream by creaming softened butter and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add the eggs one at a time, then mix in almond flour, vanilla extract, and almond extract until creamy.
- Fill each tart shell with almond cream.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes until the filling is golden and set.
- Allow the tartlets to cool completely.
- Top each tartlet with fresh raspberries.
- Dust with powdered sugar or sprinkle sliced almonds on top before serving if desired.
Notes
- Strawberries or blueberries can be used instead of raspberries.
- A thin layer of raspberry jam under the almond cream adds extra flavor.
- Lemon zest can be mixed into the almond cream for brightness.
- Pistachio flour may be substituted for almond flour for a different nutty flavor.
- A light glaze can be brushed on top for extra shine.
- Store tartlets in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Let tartlets sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes before serving.
- Do not reheat; these tartlets are best enjoyed chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tartlet
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg