Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 1 egg yolk
- 1/4 cup raspberry jam
- 1/2 cup fresh raspberries
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Special equipment needed:
- Heart-shaped cookie cutter
- Mini tartlet pans
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and sugar. Add chilled butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
2. Add egg yolk and mix until the dough comes together. Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
3. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
4. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to 1/8 inch thickness. Cut out heart shapes with a cookie cutter and press them into mini tartlet pans.
5. Prick the bottom of the tartlets with a fork and bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden brown. Let cool.
6. In a small saucepan, heat raspberry jam over low heat until melted. Brush the inside of each tartlet with the melted jam.
7. Fill each tartlet with fresh raspberries.
8. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Time:
Preparation time: 45 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Temperature:
375°F
Serving size:
6-8 tartlets
Nutritional information:
Calories: 210
Fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Protein: 2g
Sodium: 5mg
Sugar: 11g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of jam instead of raspberry jam.
- You can use frozen raspberries instead of fresh raspberries.
Variations:
- You can use different cookie cutter shapes to make different tartlets.
- You can add a layer of cream cheese or whipped cream before adding the raspberries.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the butter is chilled before mixing it with the flour and sugar.
- Don't overwork the dough, or it will become tough.
- If the dough is too crumbly, add a tablespoon of water at a time until it comes together.
- You can make the dough ahead of time and refrigerate it for up to 2 days.
Storage instructions:
Store the tartlets in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the tartlets in the oven at 350°F for 5-10 minutes.
Presentation ideas:
Arrange the tartlets on a platter and dust with powdered sugar.
Garnishes:
You can garnish the tartlets with fresh mint leaves.
Pairings:
Serve the tartlets with a cup of tea or coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
Serve the tartlets with a side of fresh fruit.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dough is too sticky, add a tablespoon of flour at a time until it becomes workable.
- If the tartlets are too hard, reduce the baking time.
Food safety advice:
Make sure the raspberries are washed and dried before using them.
Food history:
Tartlets have been around since medieval times and were often served at banquets and feasts.
Flavor profiles:
The tartlets are sweet and tangy, with a buttery crust and a fruity filling.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the tartlets as a dessert or a sweet snack.
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