Ingredients and Weight:
- Tarlets Pastry: 250g all-purpose flour, 125g cold butter, 1 egg yolk, 50g sugar, a pinch of salt.
- Toppings: 2 cups fresh strawberries, 1 cup kiwifruit slices, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 packet (about 100g) of melted chocolate for decoration.
- Other: powdered sugar for dusting.
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 30 minutes
- Cooking: 20 minutes
- Total: 50 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Prepare the pastry dough by mixing flour, butter, egg yolk, and sugar until a smooth dough forms.
- Roll out the dough into small circles and place in a tartlet pan or mini-muffin tin.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Blind bake the pastry for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let cool completely.
- Prepare the toppings by slicing strawberries and kiwifruit.
- Arrange the strawberry and kiwifruit slices on the cooled pastry.
- Sprinkle with sugar and bake for another 10 minutes until the fruit is warm and the pastry is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool.
- Decorate with melted chocolate and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 tartlets)
Calories: Approx. 300 calories each (depending on the exact ingredients used)
Fat: 15g, Carbohydrates: 35g, Protein: 4g
Dish Characteristics:
- A fusion of American and global flavors, with a touch of tropical kiwifruit and traditional strawberry flavors.
- The combination of sweet and tart fruit flavors creates a delightful contrast.
- The pastry is crispy and the fruit is fresh, making it a refreshing dessert.
User Comments:
- "These tartlets were a hit at our party! The combination of flavors was unique and refreshing."
- "The pastry was crispy and the fruit was fresh, making it a perfect summer dessert."
- "The decoration with melted chocolate was a nice touch."
- "This dish was a great way to introduce my family to kiwifruit in a dessert."
- "I loved the contrast of flavors between the strawberries and kiwifruit."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use fresh strawberries and kiwifruit for best results. If in-season fruits are not available, consider frozen options as a substitute.
- Blind baking is important to ensure a crispy pastry base. Be sure to keep an eye on the pastry while baking to avoid burning.
- Adjust the amount of sugar based on your preference for sweetness.
