Description
Delicate flaky puff pastry tarts filled with nutty almond cream and topped with fresh strawberries. A sweet, elegant dessert that balances buttery layers, sweet fruit, and warm almond flavors. Perfect for gatherings or special mornings.
Ingredients
2 sheets store-bought puff pastry
1/2 cup almond flour
1/4 cup butter, softened
3 tablespoons sugar
1 egg yolk
1 tablespoon non-alcoholic almond extract
3 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
On a lightly floured surface, roll puff pastry to 1/8-inch thickness and cut into 4-inch circles
Place 1 tablespoon almond filling (mixture of butter, sugar, almond flour, egg yolk, and almond extract) on each circle
Top with 3-4 strawberry slices and fold pastry to form a half-moon, sealing edges
Brush with beaten egg and cut slits for ventilation
Bake 18-22 minutes until golden
Cool before serving
Notes
Use halal-certified puff pastry if available
Chill dough 30 minutes before rolling to prevent shrinkage
Store in airtight container for up to 3 days
Optional: dust with powdered sugar before serving
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tart
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg