ALMOND SHORTCRUST PASTRY

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This nutty shortcrust pastry becomes the perfect base for our favorite Blueberry Jam Tartlets.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Pie & Tarts Recipes

Yield Makes enough for 12 tartlets

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 cup whole blanched almonds
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1 large egg yolk
1 to 2 tablespoons ice water

Steps:

  • Finely grind almonds in a food processor. Add flour, sugar, and salt; pulse to combine. Add butter; pulse until mixture resembles coarse meal. Add yolk and 1 tablespoon ice water; pulse until dough just comes together, adding up to 1 tablespoon more water if needed.
  • Shape pastry into a disk, and wrap in plastic. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes (up to 3 days) before rolling.

Belayat Hossain
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I highly recommend this almond shortcrust pastry recipe. It's delicious, easy to make, and versatile.


liaqat ali multani
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This almond shortcrust pastry is a real crowd-pleaser. I've made it for parties and potlucks and it's always a hit.


GONZALO DAVILA
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I've never made shortcrust pastry before, but this recipe made it so easy. I'm so glad I tried it.


Omoloye Habbeeb
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I love that this recipe uses almond flour instead of regular flour. It makes the pastry so much healthier and more flavorful.


Busary islamiyah
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I'm not a very experienced baker, but I was able to make this recipe with ease. The instructions were clear and concise.


Marcellus Daniels
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This is the best shortcrust pastry recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly.


Henry Chibuike
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of almond flour, but I was pleasantly surprised. The pastry was delicious and I couldn't even taste the almond flour.


Kassem ztr
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This almond shortcrust pastry is a great base for both sweet and savory dishes. I've used it to make tarts, quiches, and even cookies.


Aayan on 144hz
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I've made this recipe several times now and it always turns out perfectly. It's my go-to shortcrust pastry recipe.


charles purscell
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Wow! This pastry is amazing! It's so easy to work with and it tastes incredible. I will definitely be using this recipe again and again.


Sujan wagle
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This recipe is easy to follow and produces excellent results. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a delicious and versatile shortcrust pastry.


addo hakim
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I love the addition of almond flour to this recipe. It gives the pastry a unique and delicious flavor that pairs perfectly with sweet and savory fillings.


Wanda Mccormick
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I tried this recipe for a lemon tart and it turned out beautifully. The pastry was flaky and flavorful, and the lemon filling was perfectly tangy.


Fin Wolfhard
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This almond shortcrust pastry recipe is a game-changer! The almond flour adds a delightful nutty flavor and a wonderfully crumbly texture.