Coconut Tartlets

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 15

Delicious Coconut Tartlets recipe for your dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

360

Sugar

20g

Fat

23g

Coconut Tartlets are delightful little pastry desserts that are typically made with a combination of coconut and a sweet filling. These tartlets are perfect for serving as a dessert or for any special occasion. The combination of coconut and strawberry jam gives them a delicious taste that is sure to satisfy any sweet cravings you may have. The pastry base is crisp and buttery while the filling is soft and chewy. The tartlets go well with ice-cream or a generous dollop of whipped cream.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 190°C and grease 6 tartlet tins.
2.	Roll out the pastry on a lightly floured surface and line the tins with the pastry, trimming the excess.
3.	Spread about 1 teaspoon of strawberry jam in each pastry case.
4.	In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
5.	Beat in the egg and then stir in the desiccated coconut.
6.	Spoon the mixture into the pastry cases and bake for 15-20 minutes, until golden brown and firm to the touch.

PROS

These Coconut Tartlets are an easy and delicious dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.

The combination of coconut and strawberry jam provides an exceptional flavor that everyone will love.

CONS

These tartlets may be high in calories and sugar content.

It is advisable to enjoy them in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Coconut and strawberry jam used in this recipe are high in nutrients and contain antioxidants which may aid in maintaining healthy skin and hair as well as aid in reducing inflammation and potentially preventing chronic diseases.

	100 g shortcrust pastry
	50 g butter
	50 g caster sugar
	1 medium sized egg
	50 g desiccated coconut
	strawberry jam