ALMOND TARTLETS

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These nutty, rich treats are perfect for setting out on a dessert buffet. Folks can never resist them! - Kristin Arnett, Elkhorn, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 30 tartlets.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
1 large egg, lightly beaten
FILLING:
1/2 cup almond paste
1/3 cup sugar
4 teaspoons butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon rum extract
2 large eggs
1/3 cup sliced almonds
1/3 cup apricot jam, melted

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the flour, sugar and lemon zest; cut in butter until crumbly. Add egg and toss with a fork until dough forms a ball. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour., Place almond paste in a food processor, cover and process until crumbly. Add the sugar, butter, extracts and eggs; cover and process until smooth., On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough to 1/8-in. thickness. Cut into thirty 2-1/2-in. circles; press dough into miniature muffin cups coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes., Spoon 1 teaspoon filling into each shell; sprinkle with a few almonds. Bake 10 minutes longer or until filling is set and pastry is lightly browned. Brush jam over tarts. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.

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Malik belal
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! These tartlets are delicious and they're so easy to make. I'll definitely be making them again.


Fridah Chola
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These tartlets are a bit too sweet for my taste, but they're still very good. I think I'll try making them with a different type of filling next time.


KHOKHAR BADAHSH888
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I love the delicate flavor of these tartlets. They're perfect for a light and refreshing dessert.


Angel KS
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These tartlets are perfect for a quick and easy dessert. They're also a great way to use up leftover egg whites.


Latheef Alam
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I'm not a fan of almond desserts, but I actually really enjoyed these tartlets. The crust was flaky and the filling was creamy and flavorful.


Usama Ansari 99
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These tartlets were a disappointment. The crust was soggy and the filling was bland.


Allen Mckelvin
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I love how these tartlets look! They're so elegant and perfect for a party.


Aj Khan
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These tartlets are delicious, but they're a bit pricey. I think I'll save them for special occasions.


Karmjeet Verma
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my tartlets turned out dry and crumbly. I'm going to try again and see if I can get them right.


Poia Tajwidy
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These tartlets are a bit too sweet for my taste, but they're still very good.


Mohammad Ishaq
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I love the combination of the almond filling and the flaky crust. These tartlets are perfect for a special occasion.


Foysal Hossain 2323
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I've made these tartlets several times and they're always a hit. They're easy to make and they taste amazing.


Promise Okechukwu
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These tartlets are a great way to use up leftover egg whites. They're also a nice change from traditional fruit tarts.


Faisal Bhatti
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I'm not a huge fan of almonds, but I still enjoyed these tartlets. The crust was very flaky and the filling was creamy and smooth.


BHATTI NAWAB
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These tartlets are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're worth the effort. They're absolutely delicious!


Kenneth Wilson
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I made these tartlets for a bake sale and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them. I'll definitely be making them again.


Noman FF
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These tartlets are so delicious! The almond flavor is rich and nutty, and the crust is perfectly flaky. I highly recommend them.


Abdo Islam
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I love how easy these tartlets are to make! The dough comes together quickly and the filling is simple to prepare. They're also a great way to use up leftover egg whites.


Ntsakiso Ntsakelo
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These almond tartlets were a hit at my last dinner party! The flaky crust and creamy almond filling were a perfect combination. I'll definitely be making these again.