Cream-filled baskets
Description
This dessert instantly brings a festive atmosphere into the home. And yet, it's incredibly easy to prepare. You can fill the pastry shells with any cream: sour cream, butter, or meringue. You can also place a bit of thick jam or fresh berries at the bottom of the shells. There's plenty of room for creativity with this recipe. Serve cooled or slightly warm.
Instructions
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Step 1
Cut the cold butter into small cubes.
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Step 2
Place the butter in a bowl, add flour and powdered sugar. Rub everything together until it resembles crumbs.
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Step 3
Add the egg and mix. The dough should be quite thick. You can add a little flour if needed during the process.
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Step 4
Roll the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and place it in the freezer for 20–25 minutes.
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Step 5
Meanwhile, you can prepare the toppings for the baskets: wash the fruits, grate the chocolate, chop the apricots.
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Step 6
Peel the pear and kiwi and cut into small slices or pieces.
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Step 7
Take the dough out of the freezer and distribute it into molds, forming not too thin bottom and sides. Place in an oven preheated to 180°C and bake until golden brown.
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Step 8
For the cream, beat the sour cream with powdered sugar. Use thick sour cream.
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Step 9
Using a pastry bag, fill the cooled tartlets with cream.
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Step 10
And then decorate with fruits, chocolate, and candied fruits.