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Raspberry Tartlets with Pistachio Crust

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Raspberry Tartlets with Pistachio Crust are elegant individual desserts featuring a buttery pistachio pastry filled with a sweet-tart raspberry filling. Perfect for entertaining, afternoon tea, or special occasions, they offer a beautiful balance of fruity and nutty flavors.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup shelled pistachios
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons cold water, if needed
  • 2 cups fresh raspberries
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • Fresh raspberries for garnish (optional)
  • Chopped pistachios for garnish (optional)
  • Powdered sugar for garnish (optional)
  • Mint leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Place the pistachios in a food processor and pulse until finely ground.
  3. Add the flour, sugar, and salt and pulse to combine.
  4. Add the cold butter and process until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  5. Add the egg yolk and pulse until the dough begins to come together. Add cold water if needed.
  6. Shape the dough into a disk, wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  7. Roll out the chilled dough and press it into tartlet pans.
  8. Prick the bottoms with a fork and chill for 10 minutes.
  9. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until lightly golden. Cool completely.
  10. For the filling, combine raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan over medium heat.
  11. Cook until the raspberries begin to break down.
  12. Mix the cornstarch and water in a small bowl to make a slurry.
  13. Stir the slurry into the raspberry mixture and cook until thickened.
  14. Remove from the heat and allow the filling to cool slightly.
  15. Spoon the raspberry filling into the cooled tartlet shells.
  16. Chill the tartlets for at least 1 hour before serving.
  17. Garnish with fresh raspberries, chopped pistachios, powdered sugar, or mint leaves if desired.

Notes

  • Frozen raspberries can be used if thawed and drained.
  • Add lemon zest to the filling for extra brightness.
  • Drizzle with melted dark chocolate for a richer variation.
  • The tartlet shells can be baked up to 2 days in advance.
  • Store assembled tartlets in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Keep garnishes separate until serving for the best presentation.
  • Serve chilled or at room temperature.

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