Exquisite Finnish Prune Tarts

Experience the delight of these exquisite Finnish Prune Tarts. A delicate pastry filled with a rich prune puree, these tarts are a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors, sure to impress any palate. Take your baking skills to the next level with this elegant and flavorful dessert.

Ingredients

Ingredients
3	cups flour
1	cup butter
1	teaspoon salt
1	(8 ounce) carton (8 ounce) carton cottage cheese or cream cheese
1	cup milk, to soften
1	lb dried pitted prunes
3	cups water
1⁄2	cup sugar (more or less to taste, use 1/4 fructose for sugar-free version)

Instructions

• Preparation Instructions

  1. Blend the dough ingredients together using a pastry blender until well combined.
  2. Add milk as needed to soften the dough to the right consistency.
  3. Divide the dough into 4 small or 2 large balls, cover, and chill overnight.
  4. In a saucepan, cook the dried prunes in water until they are soft. Drain and either press them through a wire strainer or puree them in a blender.
  5. Add sugar to the prune mixture, stirring well to combine.
  6. Roll out the dough into a large square and cut it into 3-inch squares. Place a mound of the prune filling in the center of each square.
  7. With scissors, cut each corner from the top to within 1/2 inch of the center. Fold one half of each corner towards the center to create a star or pinwheel shape.
  8. Place the tarts on an ungreased baking sheet. Optionally, sprinkle coarse grain sugar over the tarts for added sweetness.
  9. Let the tarts stand for 10 minutes before baking.
  10. Bake the tarts in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 7 to 10 minutes, or until they are light golden brown (they should remain relatively pale).
  11. Remove the tarts from the oven and allow them to cool on a wire rack before serving.

Aug 14, 2024