Description
A cardamom shortbread tart crust filled with a rich, smooth lemon basil posset. Makes one 9-inch tart
Ingredients
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ALMOND & CARDAMOM SHORTBREAD CRUST
- 1/2 cup (2 oz) all-purpose flour
- 2/3 cup (2 oz) almond meal
- 1/3 cup (2 oz) white rice flour
- 1/3 cup (2 oz) granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground cardamom
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup (2 oz) unsalted butter, room temperature
LEMON BASIL POSSET
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 5–6 basil leaves, torn in half
- 6 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
Almond & Cardamom Shortbread Crust
- Pre-heat oven to 350°F/170°C.
- Whisk together flour, almond meal, rice flour, sugar, cardamom, and salt in a small mixing bowl. Add butter and use your hands to rub the butter into the dry ingredients until it has a coarse sandy texture. Pour the mixture into an 8-inch tart pan or cake pan and use your hands or a measuring cup to press the mixture into an even layer on the bottom and sides of the tart pan. Dock the dough with a fork.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until it is golden brown. Cool completely before filling
Lemon Basil Posset
- In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together heavy cream, sugar, lemon zest, and basil. Bring to a boil and then simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice. Set aside for 20 minutes.
- Strain the mixture into a bowl and then pour it into the cooled tart shell. Refrigerate the tart until set, about 4 hours. If you’re making these a day ahead, they can be left overnight. Top with sliced fruit, edible flowers, or dollops of fruit jam!
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: English