Best 16 Coconut Tarts Recipes

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Coconut tarts are an indulgent treat that combines the sweetness of coconut with buttery pastry to create a delicious and satisfying dessert. Whether you prefer a traditional recipe using fresh coconut or a more modern take with shredded coconut, there are many variations available to suit your taste. Whether you're an experienced baker or just starting out, this article will guide you through the steps of making a perfect coconut tart, with tips and tricks to ensure your next coconut tart is a delight for the senses.

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COCONUT TARTS



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My Grandma used to send these to the soldiers in the Second World War. I've modified their sugar content as they used to be quite sweet.

Provided by Freya

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     UK and Ireland     English

Time 1h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 (2 inch) frozen mini tart shells
¼ cup melted butter
¼ cup white sugar
1 egg
2 teaspoons evaporated milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup flaked coconut
2 tablespoons strawberry jam

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Place frozen mini tart shells on a baking sheet.
  • Beat the butter, sugar, egg, evaporated milk, and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined. Stir in the coconut. Place 1/2 teaspoon of jam into each mini tart shell, and fill the shells with about 1 tablespoon of the coconut mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the shells and topping are lightly golden brown, about 20 minutes. Cool on wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.7 calories, Carbohydrate 24.9 g, Cholesterol 25.9 mg, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 123.1 mg, Sugar 12.2 g

THE BEST AND EASIEST RASPBERRY COCONUT JAM TARTS EVER!!!



The Best and Easiest Raspberry Coconut Jam Tarts Ever!!! image

Oh these are so good. If you are not a tart lover, you will definitely be after trying one of these. This is my mom's recipe and is so good and will help any sweet tooth!

Provided by Jenny Dee

Categories     Tarts

Time 30m

Yield 24 tarts, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 single pie crusts
1/2 cup soft butter
1/2 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 cup coconut
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 cup raspberry jam

Steps:

  • Prepare pie crust according to your directions and cut and fit into small tart tins. Press evenly against bottom and sides. (or you can use pre-made small tarts
  • Cream butter and sugar.
  • Add eggs, one at a time, beating until smoothly blended.
  • Stir in coconut and vanilla.
  • Spoon 1/2 teaspoon jam into each tart shell.
  • Cover each tart 2/3 full with coconut mixture.
  • Bake on bottom shelf at 300°F for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Cool slightly then remove from pans. Makes 2 dozen tarts.

COCONUT TARTS



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Provided by Ramin Ganeshram

Categories     Dessert     Bake     Kid-Friendly     Coconut     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 15 individual tarts

Number Of Ingredients 14

DOUGH
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter, chilled and cubed
1/2 cup vegetable shortening
2/3 cup cold water
FILLING
2 1/4 cups grated fresh coconut (about 1 medium coconut)
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon mixed essence (see Tip, below)
GLAZE
1 egg yolk
2 teaspoons milk

Steps:

  • Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt in bowl of food processor. Add the butter and shortening, and pulse until crumbs the size of peas form. Slowly add 1 cup cold water until the dough just comes together. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for at least 1 hour.
  • In the meantime, combine the coconut, sugar, mixed essence, and 1 cup of water in a saucepan, and simmer the mixture until the sugar melts and liquid thickens to the consistency of maple syrup, about 30 minutes. Cool.
  • To make the tarts: Preheat the oven to 350°F degrees. Dust the chilled dough with flour and divide into 15 balls. Flatten the balls and then roll out to 1/8 inch thick, dusting with flour as necessary to prevent sticking.
  • Place 1 tablespoon of filling on the center of a disk. Lightly brush the edges of the disk with water and fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon. Crimp the edges closed, using a fork. Repeat with the rest of the dough.
  • Beat the egg yolk and milk together, and brush over the tarts. Prick each tart once or twice so that steam can escape. Bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the tarts are golden brown. Cool and serve.

COCONUT PECAN RAISIN BUTTER TARTS



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Yummy, gooey but not runny. Great-tasting. Everyone loves these. They also freeze well. Perfect for any occasion.

Provided by Amie Smith

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Tarts     Butter Tart Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 (3 inch) unbaked tart shells
½ cup packed brown sugar
½ cup corn syrup
3 tablespoons butter, softened
1 large egg
⅓ cup chopped pecans
¼ cup raisins
2 tablespoons coconut
1 ½ teaspoons vinegar
1 pinch salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Place tart shells on a baking sheet.
  • Beat brown sugar, corn syrup, and butter together in a bowl until creamy; beat in egg just until combined. Stir in pecans, raisins, coconut, vinegar, and salt; divide mixture evenly into tart shells.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until filling is bubbly and crust is golden, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.2 calories, Carbohydrate 40.9 g, Cholesterol 23.4 mg, Fat 12.8 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 141 mg, Sugar 17.8 g

COCONUT CHOCOLATE TARTS



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Make and share this Coconut Chocolate Tarts recipe from Food.com.

Provided by KitchenManiac

Categories     Tarts

Time 20m

Yield 8 Tarts

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 egg whites
1/2 cup sugar
2 cups desiccated coconut
1 1/4 cups cream
300 g quality dark chocolate, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350F (180C).
  • Place the egg whites, sugar and coconut in a bowl and mix to combine them.
  • With wetted hands or a spoon, press the coconut mixture into eight 3/4 cup (6 fl oz) capacity, deep muffin tins, covering the base and sides to make a shell.
  • Place in a preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes or until the shells are just beginning to turn a light golden colour.
  • Cool the shells for 1 minute, then gently remove them from the tin and place on a wire rack to cool.
  • Make the filling while the bases are cooking.
  • Place the cream in a saucepan over medium heat and heat until almost boiling.
  • Remove the cream from heat.
  • Add the chopped chocolate and stir through until the chocolate has melted and the filling is smooth.
  • Pour the chocolate filling into the coconut tart shells and place in the freezer for 10 minutes or until the chocolate filling is set.
  • Serve with coffee or berries as a dessert.

COCONUT CREAM TARTS



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To make banana cream tarts instead, omit coconut and top each tart with 2 banana slices. Round wonton wrappers can be substituted for the egg roll wraps.

Provided by USA WEEKEND Pam Anderson

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Tarts

Time 1h45m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ cup sugar, plus
⅔ cup sugar
½ cup graham cracker crumbs
12 egg roll wraps, stacked and cut into 48 squares
6 tablespoons butter, melted, plus
2 tablespoons butter for custard
¾ cup sweetened coconut flakes
¼ cup cornstarch
5 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
2 cups whole milk
1 (5 ounce) can evaporated milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Adjust oven racks to lowest and lower-middle positions, and heat oven to 325 degrees. Spray 48 mini-muffin cups with vegetable cooking spray.
  • Mix 1/2 cup of the sugar and graham cracker crumbs in a small bowl. Working in 4 batches, lay 12 cut egg roll wrap squares on work surface. Brush wrappers with melted butter on both sides, and roll each piece in the graham cracker mixture to coat, shaking off excess. Use fingers to fit wrappers in prepared muffin tins to form a cup.
  • Place 2 muffin tins each on oven racks and bake, switching tin positions after 10 minutes, until golden and crisp, 15 to 18 minutes. Immediately remove tarts from tins and place on a wire rack to cool. Repeat with remaining wraps. (Cooled tart shells can be stored in an airtight tin for up to 1 week.)
  • Scatter coconut in an 8-inch baking pan. Bake on lower-middle rack, stirring every 5 minutes until evenly golden brown, about 15 minutes. For the filling, whisk cornstarch and remaining 2/3 cup sugar in a medium saucepan. Whisk in yolks, immediately followed by the milks. Turn heat to medium and cook, stirring frequently at first, then constantly as mixture starts to thicken, 8 to 10 minutes. Continue to cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute longer. Stir in vanilla, remaining 2 Tbs. of butter and 1/2 cup of the toasted coconut. Put plastic wrap directly over the surface to prevent a skin from forming, let cool, then refrigerate. (Filling can be refrigerated up to 2 days.)
  • When ready to assemble, arrange tart shells on a serving tray. Spoon a tablespoon of filling into each shell, sprinkle with toasted coconut, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 69.1 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Cholesterol 28.5 mg, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 41.7 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

PORTUGUESE COCONUT CUSTARD TARTS - PASTéIS DE COCO



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This rich little dessert is a cross between a custard and a macaroon. Adapted from David Leite, leitesculinaria.com

Provided by momaphet

Categories     Tarts

Time 40m

Yield 10 tarts

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup milk, whole or 1 cup low fat
1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
3 large eggs
1 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/4 teaspoon lemon extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional) or 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Adjust the rack to middle position. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with 10 paper cupcake liners.
  • Dissolve the cornstarch in 1/4 cup of the milk. Set aside.
  • In a food processor fitted with a metal blade chop the coconut flakes for 30 seconds, or chop well by hand.
  • In a large mixing bowl, stir the eggs and sugar together with a wooden spoon. One by one, add the cornstarch mixture, remaining milk, coconut, melted butter and lemon and other extract, stirring well after each addition.
  • Ladle the custard into the paper cups, filling to 1/4 inch from the top. (NOTE: Make sure to stir frequently to keep the coconut well distributed.)
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until the coconut is nicely toasted. Cool completely in the tin before serving.

PINEAPPLE COCONUT HAWAIIAN TARTS



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These are SO addicting! you won't be able to stop eating them! The crust is VerY good. The whole recipe is very easy as an added bonus.

Provided by swimmer175

Categories     Tarts

Time 55m

Yield 20-24 tarts, 20-24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (8 ounce) jar pineapple preserves
1/2 cup white sugar
1 egg
1 1/2 cups flaked coconut
1/3 cup powdered sugar, for decorating

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the butter, vanilla and confectioners' sugar until smooth. Sift together the flour and corn starch. Add the flour mixture to the bowl and stir by hand until a dough forms.
  • Roll dough into 1 inch balls and press into miniature muffin cups. Mold dough into the shape of the cup. (it's much easier if you use a tart shaper. If you do use this, make sure to flour it every 1-2 tarts, otherwise it will stick.).
  • In each cup, put 1 teaspoon of pineapple preserves.
  • In a small bowl, Mix sugar and egg until well blended. Stir in the flaked coconut and put 1 teaspoonful of the coconut mixture onto each of the pineapple filled tarts.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes. Cookie crusts should be slightly golden.
  • Cool tarts in the pan for at least 15 minutes before attempting to remove. (They may be very diffucult to remove from the pan. If they are, it's easiest to cut off the top and take the bottom out, then put them back together and no one will notice!)
  • Lightly tap mini muffin pans on the counter to loosen tarts. Dust lightly with confectioners' sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.8, Fat 11.4, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 35, Sodium 87, Carbohydrate 29.5, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 17.8, Protein 1.8

COCONUT CHOCOLATE TARTS



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Provided by Jay Ducote

Categories     dessert

Time 2h45m

Yield 20 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 16-ounce bags almond flour
1 12-ounce jar coconut oil, melted
12 fluid ounces honey
4 14-ounce cans coconut milk
1 tablespoon ancho chile powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon pasilla chile powder
1 tablespoon smoked sea salt
48 ounces dark chocolate chips or chunks

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • In a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, combine the almond flour, coconut oil and honey on low speed until you reach a semi-clumpy consistency, it should feel damp and moldable, similar to modeling clay.
  • Separate and spread the mixture evenly into 20 6-inch tart pans. Place the tart pans on sheet trays and bake until they rise a bit, look toasty and the excess coconut oil bakes off, 18 to 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a saucepan set over medium heat, bring the coconut milk to a simmer. Whisk in the ancho powder, cayenne pepper, pasilla powder and salt.
  • Place the chocolate in a large bowl. Pour the simmering coconut milk over the chocolate and whisk until melted. Reserve for the tart shells.
  • Fill each shell evenly with the chocolate coconut ganache. Allow the ganache to set at room temperature or in the refrigerator, 1 to 2 hours.
  • Serve the tarts cold.

RASPBERRY COCONUT TARTS



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Make and share this Raspberry Coconut Tarts recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Leanne

Categories     Dessert

Time 25m

Yield 24 tarts

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 jar raspberry jam
1 egg
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cream of wheat
2 1/2 tablespoons margarine
1 teaspoon almond flavoring
3/4 cup coconut
miniature tart shells

Steps:

  • Mix egg, sugar, cream of wheat, margerine, almond flavoring and coconut in bowl.
  • Place 1 tsp of jam per tart.
  • Fill the rest of the tart with coconut mixture.
  • Bake at 375 for 15 minutes nor until golden brown.

NO-BAKE COCONUT FRUIT TARTS



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These individual no-bake tarts make a gorgeous Valentine's Day dessert. They'll slay your sweet tooth, plus they're vegan and gluten-free!

Provided by So Delicious® Dairy Free

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     So Delicious® Dairy Free

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

¼ cup almonds
12 Medjool dates, pitted
1 (11 ounce) bottle So Delicious® Dairy Free Culinary Coconut Milk
½ cup fresh raspberries
½ cup sliced fresh strawberries

Steps:

  • Chop almonds in a food processor and add medjool dates. Blend until smooth.
  • Reserve about 1/8 cup of date mixture and set aside.
  • Prepare two individual-sized tart pans with oil or line with parchment. Divide the date mixture among the two pans and press along the bottom and sides.
  • In a mixing bowl, whip the culinary Coconutmilk with a hand mixer for a minute or so before adding the reserved date mixture and about 5 berries. Stir to combine.
  • Spoon the coconut mixture into the tart crusts and pop in the freezer for at least 2 hours.
  • Remove the frozen tarts from the pans. Garnish with raspberries and sliced strawberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.6 calories, Carbohydrate 19.2 g, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 7.1 mg, Sugar 12 g

CHOCOLATE CARAMEL COCONUT TARTS



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Yummy and oh so tasty! The marshmallows make this nice and light and no one would guess that they are in there. Try not to serve these warm or at room temperature so the caramel isn't in one chewy chunk!

Provided by Nif_H

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 40m

Yield 24-30 tarts

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup mini marshmallows, white
1 cup 2% evaporated milk, divided
1/2 cup coconut milk
2 tablespoons corn syrup
1 cup sliced almonds, toasted
1 1/2 cups shredded coconut, divided (1/2 cup is optional)
2 eggs, room temperature
24 tart shells, frozen uncooked (3-inch size)
12 Kraft caramels, unwrapped and cut in half

Steps:

  • Place 24 frozen tart shells on baking sheets. Let tart shells come to room temperature while you are preparing filling.
  • In a double boiler, add chocolate chips, marshmallows and ½ cup evaporated milk. Heat, stirring frequently, until mixture is smooth, about 10 minutes.
  • At the same time, pour ½ cup evaporated milk, coconut milk and corn syrup into a small saucepan and place over lowest heat setting. Do not set any higher! Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • In a large bowl, beat the eggs with a hand blender. Very slowly, beat in the barely-warm evaporated milk and coconut milk mixture. Slowly drizzle in chocolate mixture while beating on low speed. When mixed, stir in toasted sliced almonds and 1 cup shredded coconut.
  • Fill each tart almost to the top with chocolate mixture. Put ½ a caramel on top of each filled tart. Bake for 15 - 18 minutes, until shells are lightly browned. Immediately sprinkle each tart with 1 teaspoon coconut (optional).
  • Let cool for 10 to 15 minutes before handling. Serve warm if possible.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164, Fat 10, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 15.8, Sodium 37.4, Carbohydrate 19.5, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 15.2, Protein 2.5

COCONUT FRUIT TARTS



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These amazing individual tarts look so pretty and whimsical-they're the perfect finale for a spring luncheon or shower. Feel free to vary the fruits and berries to your preference.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
1 egg, lightly beaten
FILLING:
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 medium kiwifruit, peel and sliced
2/3 cup sliced fresh strawberries
2/3 cup each fresh raspberries, blueberries and blackberries
1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add egg; mix with a fork until blended. Shape dough into a ball. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until easy to handle., Divide dough into six portions. Press each portion into a greased 4-1/2-in. tart pan. bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., In a small bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in sweetened condensed milk and lemon juice. Spoon 2 rounded tablespoonfuls into each cooled tart shell. Arrange fruit over filling. Sprinkle with coconut. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts :

COCONUT AND JAM TARTS



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Make and share this Coconut and Jam Tarts recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Canadian Jane

Categories     Tarts

Time 30m

Yield 12 tarts

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 eggs
1 cup coconut
1 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 tablespoon butter
1 pinch salt
frozen tart shell

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together.
  • To your tart shell, add 1 teaspoons of jam. Cover with coconut mixture. Bake at 350 until browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133, Fat 6.4, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 37.8, Sodium 34.1, Carbohydrate 18.4, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 17.3, Protein 1.6

COCONUT TARTS WITH PRICKLY PEAR SAUCE



Coconut Tarts with Prickly Pear Sauce image

Provided by Rick Bayless

Categories     Food Processor     Citrus     Dairy     Egg     Fruit     Nut     Dessert     Bake     Freeze/Chill     Pear     Coconut     Chill     Gourmet     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

For crust
1 cup slivered blanched almonds (1/4 lb), toasted and cooled
1/4 cup sugar
2 cups fine fresh bread crumbs (from 6 to 7 slices firm white sandwich bread)
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted for filling
1 fresh brown coconut (1 1/2 lb)
1 cup heavy cream
2/3 cup sugar
3 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla (preferably Mexican)
For sauce
1 3/4 lb fresh red prickly pears (also called cactus pears; about 8)
3 tablespoons sugar, or to taste
1 to 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons orange liqueur such as Cointreau (optional)
1/2 cup crema (thick Mexican cream), crme frache, or sour cream thinned with 1 teaspoon milk
Special Equipment
6 (4-inch) fluted tart pans

Steps:

  • Make crust:
  • Line bottom of each tart pan with a round of parchment or wax paper.
  • Finely grind 1/3 cup almonds with sugar in a food processor (reserve remaining almonds for filling), then add bread crumbs and pulse until combined. Drizzle butter over crumbs and pulse until evenly moistened. Divide mixture among tart pans and press evenly over bottom and up side of each tart pan. Chill tart shells while making filling.
  • Make filling:
  • Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Pierce softest eye of coconut with a metal skewer or small screwdriver and drain liquid through a sieve into a bowl and reserve. (If it tastes sweet, the coconut is fresh; if it tastes off, the coconut is rancid and should be discarded.) Bake coconut 15 minutes, then cool until it can be handled.
  • Reduce oven temperature to 350°F.
  • Break shell of coconut with a hammer or back of a heavy cleaver, then remove flesh with point of a strong knife, levering it out carefully. Remove brown skin with a sharp knife or vegetable peeler. Shred coconut in cleaned food processor fitted with medium-size shredding disk or hand-grate with medium-size teardrop holes of a box grater. Measure 2 1/2 cups loosely packed coconut and reserve. Transfer remaining coconut to a shallow baking pan and toast in oven, stirring occasionally, until golden, 8 to 10 minutes. Cool in pan on a rack and reserve for garnish. Leave oven on.
  • While coconut toasts, bring reserved coconut liquid, cream, and sugar to a simmer in a 1 1/2- to 2-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Simmer, uncovered, stirring frequently, until reduced to about 1 cup, 25 to 35 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl, then stir in reserved 2 1/2 cups untoasted coconut, yolks, vanilla, and reserved toasted almonds (2/3 cup) until combined well.
  • Put tart pans on a large baking sheet, then spoon coconut filling evenly into shells, stirring filling in between additions to get even amounts of solids and liquid and bake until filling is set and golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes. Cool tarts on a rack.
  • Make sauce:
  • Wearing rubber gloves, cut a 1/2-inch slice off both ends of each pear, then make a 1/2-inch-deep incision with a paring knife down side of each pear. Peel off rind, starting from incision, and discard. Coarsely chop flesh, then purée in cleaned food processor. Force pur&eacut;e through a medium-mesh sieve into a bowl using a rubber spatula.
  • Bring 1 cup purée and 3 tablespoons sugar to a simmer in cleaned 1 1/2- to 2-quart heavy saucepan, stirring, then simmer briskly, stirring frequently, until reduced to 1/2 cup, 10 to 12 minutes. Transfer cooked purée to a bowl, then cool to room temperature and stir in uncooked purée. Season to taste with lime juice, additional sugar, and orange liqueur (if using).
  • Using tip of a paring knife, loosen edge of 1 tart crust from pan, then invert tart into your hand, removing pan, and transfer tart, right side up, to a serving plate, then repeat with remaining tarts. Serve tarts topped with dollops of crema and sprinkled with toasted coconut, then spoon sauce around tarts.

LEMON COCONUT TARTS



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Categories     Coffee     Bake

Yield 12 tarts

Number Of Ingredients 6

12 to 16 or 18 large tart shells (from grocery store in tin foil holders)
2 eggs
1 cup sugar
juice and rind of 1 lemon
2 1/2 cups coconut (2 small packages required)
1/4 cup melted butter

Steps:

  • Beat eggs until light and fluffy. Fold in sugar. Add lemon juice and rind. Fold in coconut. Stir in butter, combining ingredients. Fill tart shells 2/3 full. (I fill them almost to top). Bake 375 F for 25 minutes. Chill and serve cold. Freeze well.

Tips:

  • Prep the coconut filling first. This allows it to cool and set while you prepare the pastry. The filling can also be made up to a week in advance.
  • Use a food processor to make the pastry. This will help to create a smooth, crumbly dough quickly and easily.
  • Don't overwork the pastry. Overworking the pastry will make it tough. Work it just until it comes together in a ball.
  • Chill the pastry before rolling it out. This will help to prevent it from sticking to the counter or rolling pin.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut out the pastry circles. This will help to prevent the pastry from tearing.
  • Don't overfill the tart shells. The filling will expand as it bakes, so don't fill them all the way to the top.
  • Bake the tarts until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is set. This will take about 20-25 minutes.

Conclusion:

Coconut tarts are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With a flaky pastry crust and a sweet, creamy coconut filling, these tarts are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. They are also a great way to use up leftover coconut milk. So next time you have a coconut milk on hand, be sure to give this recipe a try.

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