Ingredients and Weight: - 1 (17.3 ounce) package of puff pastry sheets, thawed - 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes - 1 cup all-purpose flour - 1/2 cup granulated sugar - 1/4 teaspoon salt - 2 large eggs, lightly beaten - 1 cup fresh blackberries - 1/2 cup granulated sugar - 1/4 cup cornstarch - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon - 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg - 1/4 cup heavy cream
Preparation Time: 30 minutes Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes Difficulty Level: 2 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps: 1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). 2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 3. Unfold the puff pastry sheets and cut them into 8 equal squares. 4. Place the pastry squares on the prepared baking sheet. 5. In a medium bowl, combine the butter, flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Use your fingers to work the ingredients together until they resemble coarse crumbs. 6. Sprinkle the flour mixture over the pastry squares, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges. 7. In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs, blackberries, sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and nutmeg. 8. Pour the blackberry filling into the center of the pastry squares. 9. Fold the edges of the pastry over the filling, gently pressing to seal. 10. Brush the tarts with heavy cream. 11. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
Nutritional Information: - Calories: 250 - Fat: 12g - Carbohydrates: 35g - Protein: 4g
Dish Characteristics: - Flaky and buttery puff pastry crust - Sweet and tangy blackberry filling - Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert
User Comments: - "These tarts are absolutely delicious! The perfect balance of sweetness and tartness." - "I love that the puff pastry is so flaky and the filling is so bursting with flavor." - "These are so easy to make and they always impress my guests."
Special Precautions and Tips: - Be careful not to overwork the pastry, as this will make it tough. - If you don't have heavy cream, you can use milk instead. - Let the tarts cool slightly before serving, so the filling can set.