Description
Cherry Almond Snowflake Tarts are a delightful dessert that combines the sweet and tart flavors of fresh cherries with the nutty aroma of almond. Encased in a buttery, flaky crust, each bite offers a burst of flavor that’s perfect for any celebration. Easy to make, these tarts are sure to impress family and friends alike, becoming your new favorite recipe for gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp almond extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually mix in flour and almond extract until a dough forms.
- Press dough into greased tart pans to create shells.
- In a separate bowl, whisk eggs and sugar; fold in pitted cherries gently.
- Fill tart shells three-quarters full with cherry mixture.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until edges are golden brown; cool on wire rack before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg