Mandelmusslor (Almond – Cream Tartlets With Berry Sauce)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 1
Mandelmusslor (Almond - Cream Tartlets With Berry Sauce) that melt in your mouth
in Pastry

Prep

25 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup whole blanched almond
1 cup sugar
2 1/3 cups flour
15 tablespoons unsalted butter , softened
1 cup lingonberries ( fresh or frozen ) or 1 cup raspberries ( fresh or frozen )
1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1/2 cup vanilla sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
299
Sugar
16g
Fat
14g
Mandelmusslor (Almond - Cream Tartlets With Berry Sauce) is a classic Swedish dessert that is enjoyed across Scandinavia. These small pastry tartlets are made of almond and flour dough filled with creamy vanilla sugar whipped cream and topped with a sweet and tangy lingonberry or raspberry sauce. This delicacy is popular for special occasions such as weddings, birthdays and festival celebrations. Traditionally, these are served cold and make a great dessert option, especially after a rich, warm meal. They also make a perfect breakfast pastry served with tea or coffee for those who love a sweet start to their day.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.Grind the blanched almonds until very fine, using a food processor.
3.Combine the ground almonds, sugar, and flour in a medium-size bowl.
4.Add the softened butter to the mixture until well combined.
5.Gently press the pastry dough into small individual tart tins.
6.Bake the tartlets for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
7.In a separate pot, heat the lingonberries or raspberries until they break down into a sauce
8.Add the fresh orange juice to the sauce and stir until well combined.
9.In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream and vanilla sugar until light and fluffy.
10.Spoon the berry sauce into each tartlet and pipe the whipped cream on top. Serve cold.

PROS

The Mandelmusslor tartlets are a perfect combination of sweet, tart and creamy that melt in your mouth.

They are small, bite-size treats and are perfect for those who want to indulge in something sweet and not feel guilty about it.

CONS

While these tartlets are perfect for an occasional treat, they are high in calories and fat and should be enjoyed in moderation.

Also, with the use of raspberries only, the taste becomes different from traditional which is a combination of lingonberries and raspberries.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Almonds are highly nutritious and are known to lower cholesterol levels in the body. They are also loaded with antioxidants that help protect against oxidative stress.
Lingonberries are high in vitamin C and other antioxidants, which may help reduce inflammation in the body. Raspberries also provide vitamin C, antioxidants and are high in fiber which aids in digestion. Heavy cream is high in fat and calories, but it also contains vitamin A, calcium, and phosphorus.

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