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Nut Tart

17/11/2023

Here is the classic recipe for the Nut Tart, a delight that combines the sweetness of nuts with the crumbliness of shortcrust pastry. If you wish, at the end I will also suggest some Italian variations to enhance its flavor.

Ingredients

  • For the shortcrust pastry:

    • 300g of type 00 flour
    • 150g of cold butter, cubed
    • 120g of powdered sugar
    • 1 whole egg
    • 1 egg yolk
    • A pinch of salt

  • For the filling:

    • 200g of coarsely chopped nuts
    • 100g of sugar
    • 2 eggs
    • 100ml of fresh cream
    • 1 tablespoon of honey (optional for a sweeter taste)

Preparation

  1. For the shortcrust pastry, place the flour and butter in a large bowl and work with the tips of your fingers until you obtain a sandy mixture.
  2. Add the powdered sugar, a pinch of salt, the whole egg, and the yolk. Knead quickly until you form a compact mass. Wrap in cling film and let it rest in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
  3. For the filling, mix the chopped nuts with sugar, eggs, cream, and honey until you have a homogeneous mixture.
  4. Roll out the shortcrust pastry into an even layer and line a tart mold previously buttered and floured, leaving an edge. Prick the bottom with the tines of a fork.
  5. Pour the nut filling over the shortcrust pastry and level it.
  6. Bake in a preheated oven at 180 °C for about 30-35 minutes, or until the surface of the tart is golden brown and the filling is set.
  7. Let it cool completely before removing from the mold and serving.

Curiosity

The Nut Tart is an autumnal dessert very much appreciated in Italy, especially in regions where walnut cultivation is abundant. It is a rustic dessert that fits any occasion, from a snack to the end of a formal dinner.

For an Italian twist, you could add a pinch of cinnamon or vanilla to the pastry to further flavor it, and if you like, you can enrich the filling with dark chocolate pieces or a sprinkle of cocoa powder in the pastry for a more pronounced contrast of flavors.

Nut Tart