Description
Mini Pistachio Tartlets are a delightful combination of creamy pistachio filling nestled in a buttery, flaky crust. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch followed by a smooth, nutty flavor that dances on the palate, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the crust:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2–3 tablespoons cold water
- For the filling:
- 1 cup shelled pistachios
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a food processor, combine flour, butter, and powdered sugar until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add the egg yolk and cold water, pulsing until the dough comes together.
- Press the dough into mini tartlet pans and chill for 15 minutes.
- Bake the crusts for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Remove and let cool.
- In the food processor, blend pistachios and sugar until finely ground.
- Add heavy cream, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt, blending until smooth.
- Pour the filling into the cooled tartlet shells and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set and slightly puffed.
- Let cool before serving. Garnish with crushed pistachios if desired.
Notes
- These tartlets can be made a day in advance; store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- For a gluten-free option, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: desserts
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini tartlet
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10 grams
- Sodium: 50 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 7 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 4 grams
- Cholesterol: 40 milligrams
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