Zesty Lime Macadamia Tart: Tangy Citrus Delight
Recipe: Lime and Macadamia Tart 🥧
Overview:
This Lime and Macadamia Tart is a delightful fusion of tangy lime and rich macadamia nuts, creating a unique and decadent dessert experience. Perfect for any occasion, this tart is both sweet and refreshing, with a crisp pastry base complementing the creamy lime filling. With a few simple steps, you’ll have a stunning tart that will impress your guests and tantalize their taste buds.
- Servings: 10
- Yield: 1 9-inch tart
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 2 | Eggs |
| 1/4 | Lime (juice and rind of) |
| 4 | Pure vanilla extract |
| 1/2 | cup Heavy cream |
| 1/2 | cup Powdered sugar |
| 1/2 | cup Butter |
| 2 | Eggs (for pastry) |
| 3/4 | tsp Salt |
| 9 | Macadamia nuts (finely ground) |
| 1 | Pie crust (9-inch round) |
| 1 | Creme fraiche (optional) |
| 1 | Yogurt (optional) |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Prepare Pastry:
- In a bowl, sift together the flour and sugar.
- Add the butter to the flour mixture and rub it in with your fingers until it resembles fine crumbs.
- Mix in one egg and salt until a smooth dough forms.
- Lightly knead the dough on a floured surface and shape it into a flat round.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
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Roll Out Pastry:
- After refrigeration, roll out the dough on a floured surface.
- Line a 9-inch loose-bottomed round tart pan with the pastry.
- Prick the pastry with a fork and chill for an additional 20 minutes.
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Blind Bake Pastry:
- Line the pastry with parchment paper and fill with baking beans.
- Blind bake the pastry for 10 minutes.
- Remove the parchment paper and baking beans, then return the pastry to the oven for 10 more minutes or until lightly golden.
- Once done, remove from the oven and set aside.
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Prepare Filling:
- In a bowl, beat the eggs with powdered sugar until well combined.
- Carefully stir in the lime rind, lime juice, vanilla extract, finely ground macadamia nuts, and heavy cream until smooth.
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Bake Tart:
- Pour the filling over the baked pastry crust, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
- Bake the tart in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the filling is set.
- Once baked, remove the tart from the oven and let it cool slightly.
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Glaze the Tart:
- Preheat the broiler.
- Sift a thick layer of powdered sugar over the surface of the tart.
- Place the tart under the broiler until the sugar forms a beautiful glaze.
- Keep a close eye to prevent burning.
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Serve:
- Before serving, sprinkle a small amount of powdered sugar over the tart for an extra touch of sweetness.
- Optionally, serve slices of the tart with a dollop of creme fraiche or yogurt for added creaminess.
Enjoy Your Unique Creation!
This Lime and Macadamia Tart is a delightful blend of flavors that will leave your taste buds craving more. Whether served as a dessert for a special occasion or enjoyed as a sweet treat any day of the week, this tart is sure to impress. Get ready to indulge in every tangy, sweet bite! 🍋🥧
