Mini Pistachio Tartlets: Elegant Bite‑Sized Nutty Delights Recipe
Mini Pistachio Tartlets are elegant, bite-sized treats combining the rich, nutty flavor of pistachios with a buttery, tender crust. Perfect for sophisticated gatherings or as a delightful snack, these tartlets offer a perfect balance of sweet and nutty notes in every crisp, golden bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 mini tartlets 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
- 200 g pistachios (shelled)
- 100 g granulated sugar
- 100 g unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 100 g all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp water
- ½ tsp baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your tartlet pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Grind Pistachios: Using a food processor, pulse the shelled pistachios until they are finely ground, creating a coarse pistachio meal that will add texture and flavor to the tartlets.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, ensuring a tender crust.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Incorporate the large egg and vanilla extract into the creamed mixture, stirring thoroughly until fully combined.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the ground pistachios, all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder into the wet ingredients. Mix gently until the dough forms and comes together without overworking it.
- Shape Tartlets: Divide the dough evenly among the tartlet pan cavities, pressing the dough into each mold and forming a small lip around the edges to hold fillings if desired.
- Bake: Place the tartlet pan in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the tartlets turn a beautiful golden brown color.
- Cool: Remove the tartlets from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan before carefully releasing them for serving to ensure they hold their shape.
Notes
- For an extra touch, sprinkle a few chopped pistachios on top of the tartlets before baking.
- Ensure butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming and better dough consistency.
- Do not overmix the dough to keep the tartlets tender and crumbly.
- These tartlets can be filled with lemon curd, chocolate ganache, or fresh fruit for added variety.
- Store tartlets in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
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