How to Make Diane's Almond Tarts - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a delicious and impressive dessert to serve at your next gathering, look no further than Diane's Almond Tarts. These delectable treats are perfect for any occasion, from a formal dinner party to a casual afternoon tea. With their buttery crust, sweet almond filling, and crunchy almond topping, these tarts are sure to be a hit with all of your guests.

One of the best things about Diane's Almond Tarts is that they are surprisingly easy to make. You don't need any speci...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • ½ cup confectioners' sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • ½ cup raspberry jam
  • ½ cup butter
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ½ cup rice flour
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons almond extract
  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • ½ teaspoon almond extract
  • 24 maraschino cherries with stems

Information

  • Prep Time: 40 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 24 tartlets

  • In a large bowl, cream 1 cup butter and 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in 2 cups all-purpose flour and 1/4 cup cornstarch. Shape into a ball and refrigerate for 1 hour. Roll out to 1/4 inch thickness, cut into appropriate size circles with a glass or cookie cutter and press into tart shells. Spoon 1 teaspoon jam into bottom of each shell.
  • In a large bowl, cream 1/2 cup butter and 1/2 cup white sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in rice flour and cocoa powder. Beat in eggs and 2 teaspoons almond extract. Fill tarts 2/3 full.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown and filling is set. Allow to cool.
  • In a small bowl, Stir together 1 cup confectioners' sugar, 2 tablespoons butter and 1/2 teaspoon almond extract. Spread on tarts. Garnish each tart with a maraschino cherry.
  • Nutrition

    247 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 49mg
    • Sodium: 95mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 31g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 16g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Calcium: 10mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 45mg