Caramel-Hazelnut Mini Tartlets

Caramel-Hazelnut Mini Tartlets
45 min.
30
126kcal

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Indulge in the delightful world of Caramel-Hazelnut Mini Tartlets—a perfect treat to elevate your next gathering! These charming little desserts are not only beautiful but are bursting with rich flavors that will impress your guests and tantalize their taste buds.

Each mini tartlet boasts a delicate, buttery crust that provides the perfect base for a luscious caramel filling studded with crunchy hazelnuts. The sweet combination of golden brown sugar and light corn syrup creates a gooey caramel that’s simply irresistible, while the chocolate drizzle adds a touch of elegance and an extra layer of decadence.

Whether served as a sophisticated appetizer, a sweet snack, or a delightful addition to your antipasti spread, these tartlets are sure to be a hit. They’re also versatile enough to be prepared ahead of time, making them a stress-free option for entertaining. Plus, with each bite containing just 126 calories, you can enjoy them guilt-free!

So gather your friends and family, and treat them to these exquisite mini delights. With a preparation time of only 45 minutes, you’ll have a show-stopping dessert that looks as good as it tastes—all while enjoying the process of creating something special in the kitchen!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups all purpose flour 
  • tablespoons plus light
  • 1.3 cups brown sugar packed ()
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • ounces bittersweet chocolate chopped
  • tablespoons sugar 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • tablespoons water 
  • tablespoons whipping cream 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • double boiler
  • muffin liners
  • measuring cup

Directions

  1. Butter 30 metal or silicone mini muffin cups (1- to 1 1/2- tablespoon capacity). Blend flour, sugar, and salt in processor.
  2. Add butter and blend, using on/off turns, until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Add 5 tablespoons cream and vanilla and blend, using on/off turns, just until mixture begins to clump together, adding more cream by teaspoonfuls if dough is dry. Press 2 teaspoonfuls dough evenly onto bottom and up sides of each prepared mini muffin cup. Pierce tartlet crusts all over with fork. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.
  4. Preheat oven to 350°F. Freeze crusts 30 minutes before baking.
  5. Bake frozen crusts until golden and baked through, about 25 minutes.
  6. Transfer to rack and cool crusts in muffin cups 10 minutes. Carefully loosen crusts from muffin cups.
  7. Transfer crusts to rimmed baking sheet and cool completely.
  8. Place 2 to 3 hazelnuts in each crust.
  9. Combine brown sugar, butter, corn syrup, 2 tablespoons water, and salt in heavy medium saucepan. Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves. Bring mixture to boil, then boil 2 minutes without stirring (mixture will bubble up and thicken slightly).
  10. Remove pan from heat.
  11. Add cream (mixture will bubble vigorously); stir until smooth.
  12. Pour caramel into 2-cup measuring cup; cool 10 minutes. Spoon caramel over hazelnuts in crusts, filling crusts almost to top. Refrigerate until caramel begins to firm up slightly, about 1 hour.
  13. Stir chocolate in top of double boiler set over simmering water until melted and smooth.
  14. Drizzle melted chocolate over top of tartlets. Chill until chocolate is set, about 30 minutes. DO AHEAD: Mini tartlets can be made 1 day ahead. Keep refrigerated.
  15. Let tartlets stand at room temperature 1 hour before serving.
  16. Freezing the tartlet crusts before baking reduces buckling and helps them hold their shape while they bake.

Nutrition Facts

Calories126kcal
Protein2.94%
Fat34.31%
Carbs62.75%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.47
Glycemic Load
4.65
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.6999999862974%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:125.86kcal
6.29%
Fat:4.89g
7.53%
Saturated Fat:3g
18.76%
Carbohydrates:20.13g
6.71%
Net Carbohydrates:19.73g
7.18%
Sugar:14.83g
16.47%
Cholesterol:10.58mg
3.53%
Sodium:45.87mg
1.99%
Alcohol:0.05g
100%
Alcohol %:0.18%
100%
Protein:0.94g
1.89%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.35%
Selenium:2.63µg
3.76%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.56%
Iron:0.54mg
3.02%
Folate:11.75µg
2.94%
Vitamin A:127.15IU
2.54%
Copper:0.05mg
2.51%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.31%
Vitamin B3:0.41mg
2.04%
Magnesium:7.59mg
1.9%
Phosphorus:17.04mg
1.7%
Fiber:0.4g
1.58%
Calcium:14.22mg
1.42%
Potassium:39.67mg
1.13%
Zinc:0.15mg
1.01%
Source:Epicurious