Swedish Mazarin Torte or Mazarins

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 14
Traditional Swedish Mazarin Torte, a creamy almond pastry perfect with coffee or tea
in Pastry

Prep

20 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 egg yolk
1 cup flour
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup butter
2/3 cup blanched almond , ground
2 eggs
green food coloring

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
430
Sugar
21g
Fat
33g
The Mazarin Torte is a classic Swedish pastry often served during traditional fika breaks, a Swedish version of afternoon tea or coffee break. This almond tart has been around for over a century, and it is still a favorite pastry among Swedes. It's a simple almond pastry with a rich and buttery almond filling, topped off with powdered sugar. This pastry is perfect for a cozy gathering with family and friends, served with a hot beverage of your choice. It's a delicious addition to any dessert table and is sure to please anyone with a sweet tooth.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a tart pan with a removable bottom.
2.Beat 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, powdered sugar, and egg yolk until fluffy.
3.Add 1 cup of flour and mix until crumbly.
4.Press mixture into prepared pan and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
5.In another bowl, cream 1/3 cup of butter and 1/2 cup of sugar until light and fluffy.
6.Gradually add in 2/3 cup of ground blanched almonds and 2 eggs, mix until smooth.
7.Add green food coloring to mixture and combine.
8.Place mixture into prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
9.Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown. Cool before serving.

PROS

The Swedish Mazarin Torte is rich, nutty, and buttery in flavor, with a creamy almond filling and a crispy crust.

It’s easy to prepare and perfect for afternoon tea time occasions or as a light dessert.

It can be stored for a few days at room temperature in an airtight container.

CONS

The high content of butter and sugar in this pastry makes it high in calories and fat.
It should be enjoyed in moderation.

The green food coloring is optional and can be skipped.
Additionally, this pastry is not suitable for those with a nut allergy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Almonds contain healthy fats, fiber, protein, magnesium and vitamin E, which are beneficial for heart health and reducing the risk of diabetes and obesity.
However, due to the high content of sugar and butter in this pastry, it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

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