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Elegant Cherry Pistachio Tartlets

Delightful tartlets featuring a rich pistachio filling complemented by sweet cherry jam, creating a sophisticated dessert perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 12 tartlets
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Baked Goods
Calories: 175
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour Serves as the foundation of the crust.
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar Balances the tartness of the cherries.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed Essential for a rich, flaky crust.
  • 1 each egg yolk Enriches the dough.
  • 2 tbsp ice water Helps bind the dough.
For the filling
  • 1/2 cup shelled pistachios The star ingredient.
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream Brings creaminess to the filling.
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar Sweetens the pistachio filling.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Enhances the dessert's complexity.
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened For creamier filling consistency.
  • 1/4 cup cherry jam or preserves Adds a sweet-tart layer of flavor.
For garnish
  • 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted For topping each tartlet.
  • 1/4 cup crushed pistachios For an elegant touch.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour mini tartlet pans.
  2. In a food processor, combine flour and powdered sugar. Add cold butter and pulse until coarse crumbs form. Incorporate egg yolk and ice water until dough forms.
  3. Roll the dough into a ball, flatten into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  4. Roll out the chilled dough, cut into circles and press into tartlet pans. Bake for about 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
Filling
  1. Pulse shelled pistachios in a food processor until finely ground. In a mixing bowl, combine ground pistachios, heavy cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and softened butter; blend until smooth.
Assembly
  1. Once crusts have cooled, spread a layer of cherry jam in each shell and top with pistachio filling.
  2. Garnish with fresh cherries and crushed pistachios.

Notes

Chill butter and flour for a flakier crust. Optionally, add sea salt to the filling or drizzle dark chocolate for extra flavor.