Almond and Pine Nut Tart – How to Prepare Almond and Pine Nut Tart

Almond and Pine Nut Tart – How to Prepare Almond and Pine Nut Tart

Almond and pine nut tart is a dessert often served during special occasions. Known for its delicious taste, it’s also a great source of energy due to its high calorie content. It’s easy to prepare, taking only 15 minutes, and this recipe serves five people.

Main Ingredients for Almond and Pine Nut Tart:

 

For the Dough:

• 1½ cups of flour
• ½ cup of powdered sugar
• ½ teaspoon of salt
• 10 tablespoons of frozen butter
• 1 large egg yolk
• ½ teaspoon of liquid vanilla (or powdered vanilla as an alternative)

For the Filling:

• 2 cups of almonds, thinly sliced
• 6 tablespoons of melted butter
• 4 tablespoons of fine sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon of liquid vanilla
• ½ cup of pine nuts

For Decoration:

• A moderate amount of powdered sugar

How to Prepare Almond and Pine Nut Tart:

1. Prepare the Dough:

   • In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and cinnamon. Mix on low speed for a few seconds to blend the ingredients.
   • Gradually add the frozen butter while the mixer is running on medium speed, allowing it to form a crumbly dough.
   • Add the egg yolk and mix until it disappears into the dough, then add the vanilla and continue mixing.
   • Slowly add a little water, just enough to form a soft yet slightly firm dough.
   • Remove the dough from the mixer and knead it by hand on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and cohesive. Roll the dough into a thin rectangle using a rolling pin.

2. Shape the Tart:

   • Use a round cookie cutter to cut the dough into circles, ensuring the size matches the tart molds you’ll be using.
   • Place a dough circle into each tart mold. Once all the molds are filled, transfer them to the refrigerator and chill for 3 hours before baking.

3. Prepare the Filling:

   • Place half of the sliced almonds into the mixer and grind them until they become finely ground. Set the ground almonds aside in a small bowl.
   • In the mixer, blend the melted butter and sugar for a few minutes until the mixture turns pale yellow.
   • Add the egg and continue mixing, then add the vanilla and mix for another 2 minutes.
   • Finally, add the ground almonds and mix until the filling is smooth and well combined.

4. Assemble the Tart:

   • Spoon a suitable amount of filling into each tart, spreading it evenly across the dough.
   • Top each tart with the remaining almond slices and pine nuts, gently pressing them down with the back of a spoon to ensure they stick to the filling.

5. Bake the Tart:

   • Preheat the oven to 180°C. Place the tarts on the middle rack and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden.
   • Once baked, remove the tarts from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before removing them from the molds.

6. Serve the Tart:

   • Arrange the tarts on a serving plate, dust each with a little powdered sugar, and serve immediately.

And there you have it—a delicious almond and pine nut tart, ready to be enjoyed! We hope you enjoy this tasty recipe.