Nothing says cozy home baking like the delicious combination of sweet raspberry, tart rhubarb, and nutty marzipan. These Raspberry Rhubarb Marzipan Tarts are a delightful treat that will satisfy your cravings for something fruity and indulgent. The buttery crust, filled with the vibrant colors and flavors of raspberries and rhubarb, topped with a layer of marzipan, creates a perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess. These tarts are perfect for afternoon tea, brunch with friends, or as a special dessert for yourself.
**Raspberry Rhubarb Marzipan Tarts**
**Ingredients:**
– 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– Pinch of salt
– 1 egg, beaten
– 1 cup fresh raspberries
– 1 cup diced rhubarb
– 1/4 cup brown sugar
– 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
– 1/2 cup marzipan, grated
– Powdered sugar, for dusting
**Instructions:**
1. **Prepare the Crust:** In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cold cubed butter, granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt. Using your fingers or a pastry cutter, work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
2. **Add the Egg:** Gradually add the beaten egg to the flour mixture, stirring until the dough comes together.
3. **Chill the Dough:** Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
4. **Preheat the Oven:** Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 12-cup tart pan.
5. **Prepare the Filling:** In a medium bowl, gently toss together the fresh raspberries, diced rhubarb, brown sugar, and cinnamon until well combined.
6. **Roll Out the Dough:** On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/4 inch thickness. Cut out circles of dough using a cookie cutter or a glass that fits your tart pan cups.
7. **Assemble the Tarts:** Press the dough rounds into the prepared tart pan cups. Divide the raspberry rhubarb filling among the dough rounds.
8. **Add Marzipan:** Sprinkle the grated marzipan over the filling in each tart.
9. **Bake the Tarts:** Place the tart pan on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
10. **Cool and Serve:** Remove the tarts from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Enjoy these delightful Raspberry Rhubarb Marzipan Tarts with a cup of tea or coffee for a truly indulgent treat. The combination of flavors and textures will make these tarts a favorite for any occasion. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. Treat yourself and your loved ones to these delicious tarts and savor the perfect blend of fruity sweetness and nutty marzipan goodness!
