Almond Shortcrust Pastry (Sweet Nutty Base)

How to Make

Almond Shortcrust Pastry (Sweet Nutty Base)

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups (190g) flour

• ½ cup (60g) almond flour (ground almonds)

• ½ cup (100g) sugar

• 1 cup (225g) butter

• 1 egg yolk

• 2 tbsp cold water

Instructions:

1. Mix flour, almond flour, and sugar. Rub in butter.

2. Add egg yolk and water, mix to dough. Chill 30 min.

3. Roll out and bake 12–15 min at 180°C (350°F).

4. Excellent for lemon curd tarts, cherry pies, or frangipane filling.