Yummy Austrian Coffee Tart!

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 7

Yummy Austrian Coffee Tart that will melt in your mouth

by The Chefin Pastry

Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

1 hour

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	140 g plain flour
	140 g melted butter
	40 g ground almonds
	40 g granulated sugar
	250 g icing sugar ( confectioners )
	1 teaspoon coffee extract ( or 1 tsp instant coffee mixed with a tiny amount of boiling water )
	4 egg whites

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

450

Sugar

40g

Fat

26g

The Yummy Austrian Coffee Tart is a classic Austrian dessert that has been enjoyed for centuries. The crust is made with a combination of flour, ground almonds, and melted butter, and the filling is a light, airy meringue flavored with coffee extract. This tart is perfect for coffee lovers who want to indulge in a sweet treat that packs a punch of caffeine. It is best enjoyed warm or at room temperature with a dusting of icing sugar on top.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 180°C (160°C fan) and grease a 22cm tart tin.
2.	In a large bowl, combine the flour, ground almonds, and granulated sugar.
3.	Stir in the melted butter until combined and press the mixture into the prepared tin.
4.	Bake the crust for 15 minutes, until lightly golden and set aside to cool.
5.	In a separate bowl, whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
6.	Gradually add the icing sugar while whisking, until a shiny meringue forms.
7.	Gently fold in the coffee extract until combined.
8.	Pour the meringue into the prepared crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
9.	Bake the tart for 30-35 minutes, or until the meringue is firm and lightly golden.
10.	Allow the tart to cool for 10 minutes before removing it from the tin and slicing.
11.	Serve the tart warm or at room temperature with a dusting of icing sugar, if desired.

PROS

This coffee tart is airy, light, and packed with a rich coffee flavor that melts in your mouth.

It is perfect for coffee lovers who want to indulge in a sweet treat.

CONS

This tart is high in sugar and calories, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

Individuals who are allergic to nuts should avoid this recipe or use a substitute for ground almonds.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is not particularly healthy, but it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The coffee extract used in this recipe contains antioxidants that may help reduce inflammation and improve brain function.