Amarena Cherry & Almond Tart Recipe

Serving Details:

• Servings: 8 slices
• Serving Size: 1 slice

Recipe Description:

This Amarena Cherry & Almond Tart is a delightful balance of sweet cherries and nutty almond flavors. The buttery crust holds a rich almond filling studded with Italian Amarena cherries, making it a luxurious dessert perfect for any occasion.

Cooking Time:

• Preparation Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 40 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Nutritional Ingredients (per serving):

• Calories: 320 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Protein: 6g
• Fat: 18g
• Saturated Fat: 6g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 18g

Ingredients:

• For the Crust:
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 2-3 tbsp cold water
• For the Filling:
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 tsp almond extract
  • 1/2 cup Amarena cherries, drained
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare the Crust:
   1. In a bowl, mix flour and powdered sugar.
   2. Cut in the chilled butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
   3. Add the egg yol