why make this recipe
Nut and Apricot Jam Tartlets are delightful little treats that you can easily prepare at home. They combine crunchy nuts, sweet apricot jam, and a smooth chocolate coating, making them perfect for any occasion. Whether you want to impress guests or enjoy a delicious snack with your family, these tartlets are always a hit. Plus, the joy of making them yourself adds to their charm.
how to make Nut and Apricot Jam Tartlets
Ingredients:
- 200 g butter
- 150 g icing sugar
- 1 packet vanilla sugar
- 2 egg yolks
- 2 tbsp rum
- 420 g flour
- 1 pinch of salt
- 1 packet baking powder
- 120 g ground nuts
- 3 tbsp apricot jam
- chocolate for coating
- walnut halves for decoration
Directions:
- In a bowl, cream the butter, icing sugar, and vanilla sugar until the mixture is fluffy.
- Stir in the egg yolks and rum.
- Gradually mix in the flour, salt, and baking powder.
- Refrigerate the dough for one hour.
- After refrigerating, roll out the dough and cut it into circles.
- Bake the circles in a preheated oven at 180 degrees C for about 7 minutes.
- In another bowl, mix the ground nuts with apricot jam to reach your desired consistency.
- Take two baked cookies and stick them together with the filling.
- Dip them in melted chocolate (melt chocolate and mix it with some butter).
- Top each dipped tartlet with a walnut half for decoration.
- Allow the tartlets to set before serving.
how to serve Nut and Apricot Jam Tartlets
Serve these tartlets on a nice plate or tray to showcase their beauty. They are great for tea time, parties, or as a sweet treat after meals. You can also pair them with a cup of coffee or tea for a delightful evening snack.
how to store Nut and Apricot Jam Tartlets
To keep your tartlets fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature. If you live in a humid environment, you can refrigerate them for longer freshness. They should remain good for about a week.
tips to make Nut and Apricot Jam Tartlets
- Make sure your butter is softened for easier mixing.
- Don’t skip the refrigeration step; it helps the dough hold its shape while baking.
- Customize your filling by adding different nuts or using another type of jam if you prefer.
variation
You can experiment with other nuts like pistachios or pecans for a different flavor. Also, swapping out the apricot jam for other fruit jams, like strawberry or raspberry, can create a unique twist on this recipe.
FAQs
1. Can I use a different type of jam?
Yes, you can use any fruit jam you like. Just ensure it complements the flavor of the nuts.
2. How long do these tartlets last?
When stored properly in an airtight container, they can last up to a week.
3. Can I freeze the tartlets?
Yes, you can freeze the baked tartlets before coating them in chocolate. Just thaw them before serving and coat them with chocolate when you are ready to enjoy.
Nut and Apricot Jam Tartlets
Delightful treats combining crunchy nuts and sweet apricot jam, coated in chocolate, perfect for any occasion.
Dough ingredients
- 200 g butter (Make sure butter is softened for easier mixing.)
- 150 g icing sugar
- 1 packet vanilla sugar
- 2 egg yolks
- 2 tbsp rum
- 420 g flour
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 packet baking powder
Filling and decoration ingredients
- 120 g ground nuts (Customize filling with different nuts if desired.)
- 3 tbsp apricot jam (You can use other fruit jams as well.)
- chocolate for coating (Melt chocolate and mix with some butter.)
- walnut halves for decoration
Preparation
- In a bowl, cream the butter, icing sugar, and vanilla sugar until the mixture is fluffy.
- Stir in the egg yolks and rum.
- Gradually mix in the flour, salt, and baking powder.
- Refrigerate the dough for one hour.
Baking
- After refrigerating, roll out the dough and cut it into circles.
- Bake the circles in a preheated oven at 180 degrees C for about 7 minutes.
Assembly
- In another bowl, mix the ground nuts with apricot jam to reach your desired consistency.
- Take two baked cookies and stick them together with the filling.
- Dip them in melted chocolate and top each dipped tartlet with a walnut half for decoration.
- Allow the tartlets to set before serving.
Serve these tartlets on a nice plate or tray; they are great for tea time, parties, or after meals. Store in an airtight container; can last up to a week.
