Finnish Prune Tarts

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 14

Scrumptious Finnish Prune Tarts recipe for your dessert

by The Chefin Pastry

Prep

30 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

	3 - 3 1/2 cups flour
	1 cup butter
	1 teaspoon salt
	1 carton cottage cheese or ( 8 ounce ) carton cream cheese
	1/4 cup milk , to soften
	1 lb dried pitted prunes
	3 cups water
	1/2 cup sugar ( more or less to taste if you want a sugar-free version - use 1/4 cup of fructose )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

207

Sugar

15g

Fat

14g

Finnish Prune Tarts are a traditional Finnish dessert. They are enjoyed as an afternoon snack or dessert, served warm or cold. The sweet and tart flavors complement each other well. The tart crust is buttery and flaky, which complements the soft and sweet prune puree filling. The high nutrient value of prunes makes this dessert a healthier option.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 375°F. Grease and flour the tart pans.
2.	In a bowl, mix the flour, butter and salt until pea-sized crumbles form. Add the cottage cheese and milk until it forms into a ball, then divide into 2 equal halves.
3.	Roll out the first half and press onto the bottom of the tart pan.
4.	Combine the prunes and water and cook until plump. Drain and puree the prunes, then add the sugar.
5.	Pour the puree into the lined tart pan, then roll out the second half of the dough and cut into thin strips and add to the top of the tart.
6.	Bake for 30-40 minutes or until pie crust is golden brown.

PROS

Finnish Prune Tarts are a scrumptious dessert that will leave you wanting more.
The tarts are filled with soft and sweet prune puree, which complements the tart, buttery pastry well.

CONS

The high sugar content in this dessert can be a con for those who are monitoring their sugar intake.
The recipe requires some time and effort in preparing the tart crust and prune puree.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Prunes are known to provide various health benefits, such as aiding in digestion and preventing constipation. They are rich in several nutrients such as vitamin A, K and fiber. The tart itself is a good source of energy, primarily from carbohydrates and fats in the butter and flour.