Basic Tart Crust

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Ingredients

  • 1/3 c. sugar
  • 1/2 c. butter, softened
  • 1/2 tsp. vanilla
  • 1/8 tsp. almond extract
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 c. flour
  • dash of salt

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, beat sugar and butter until light and fluffy. Add vanilla and egg yolk.
  2. Stir in flour and salt.
  3. Mix well.
  4. Add extract.
  5. Mix again.
  6. Chill 1 hour.
  7. Shape into 2 dozen one-inch balls.
  8. Place in tiny ungreased muffin cup.
  9. Can use small paper cups.
  10. Press dough on bottom and sides of cup.
  11. Bake at 350° for 10 to 15 minutes.
  12. Cool slightly in pan.
  13. Remove carefully and cool well.
  14. Fill with desired filling.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

579 kcal 29% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 11.5g 23% DV
Total Fat 40.1g 51% DV
Carbs 28.3g 10% DV
Fiber 1.8g 6% DV
Sugar 3.3g 7% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9731.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 193.5mg 4% DV
Cholesterol 651.8mg 100% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 120.8mcg 13% DV
Vitamin C 9.1mg 10% DV
Vitamin D 2.6mcg 13% DV
Calcium 90.8mg 7% DV
Iron 3.8mg 21% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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