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Italian Ricotta Almond Tar Recipe

Italian Ricotta Almond Tar Recipe
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This Italian Ricotta Almond Tart is a delightful blend of a tender almond-infused crust and a creamy, subtly sweet ricotta filling, enhanced with vanilla, almond extract, and fresh lemon zest. Garnished with toasted sliced almonds, this classic dessert offers a perfect balance of nutty flavors and smooth texture, ideal for any occasion.

Ingredients

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For the Crust

  • 1½ cups (150 g) almond flour (fine-ground)
  • ½ cup (60 g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup (60 g) powdered sugar
  • 1 large egg

For the Filling

  • 2 cups (500 g) ricotta cheese (whole-milk)
  • ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp almond extract
  • Zest of 1 lemon

For the Topping

  • ½ cup (45 g) sliced almonds

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch tart pan to ensure the tart releases easily after baking.
  2. Make the Crust Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, all-purpose flour, softened butter, powdered sugar, and 1 large egg. Mix thoroughly until a smooth dough forms that holds together well.
  3. Shape the Crust: Press the dough evenly into the bottom and up the sides of the prepared tart pan. Use a fork to prick the base to prevent bubbling while baking.
  4. Bake the Crust: Place the crust in the oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes until it turns lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes.
  5. Prepare the Filling: In a clean bowl, whisk together the ricotta cheese, granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, vanilla extract, almond extract, and lemon zest until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  6. Assemble the Tart: Pour the ricotta filling into the pre-baked crust, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle the sliced almonds over the top for a crunchy garnish.
  7. Bake the Tart: Return the tart to the oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top develops a pale golden color.
  8. Cool and Serve: Allow the tart to cool completely. For clean slices, chill it in the refrigerator for 1 hour. Alternatively, serve it at room temperature.

Notes

  • Ensure the ricotta cheese is well-drained to avoid a watery filling.
  • Use fine-ground almond flour for a smoother crust texture.
  • Allow the tart to chill thoroughly for neat slicing and better flavor development.
  • For a more intense almond flavor, toast the sliced almonds lightly before topping.
  • This tart pairs beautifully with a drizzle of honey or a dusting of powdered sugar before serving.

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Keywords: Ricotta Almond Tart, Italian Dessert, Almond Flour Tart, Ricotta Cheese Tart, Nutty Tart Recipe, Easy Italian Tart

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