Coconut Lime Crumble Tarts
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small pieces
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut
- 2 tablespoons lime zest
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut milk
- 1 egg, beaten
- Filling:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
Make the Crust
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour and sugar.
- Add shredded coconut and lime zest; stir to combine.
- Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Assemble the Tarts
- Roll out dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8 inch thickness.
- Use a cookie cutter or the rim of a glass to cut out circles.
- Place each circle into a mini muffin tin, pressing gently to adhere.
Make the Filling
- In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream and granulated sugar.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar has dissolved and mixture is hot but not boiling.
- Remove from heat; stir in melted butter and vanilla extract.
Add the Filling to the Tarts
- Spoon about 1 tablespoon of filling into each tart shell.
- Top with a sprinkle of shredded coconut and lime zest.
Make the Crumble Topping
- In a small bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and unsalted butter until crumbly.
- Stir in shredded coconut and lime zest.
- Spoon a small amount onto each tart, pressing gently to adhere.
Bake the Tarts
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until crust is golden brown and filling is set.
- Allow to cool completely before serving.
Variations:
- To make individual-sized tarts, use mini muffin tin and fill with about 1 tablespoon of filling each.
- For a creamier filling, add 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter to the heavy cream mixture before cooking.
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