Caramel and Macadamia Nut Tart

Caramel and Macadamia Nut Tart - A Delicious Dessert Recipe
Indulge in the heavenly taste of Caramel and Macadamia Nut Tart, a delectable dessert that will leave you craving for more. This dessert is a perfect blend of sweet and nutty flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. The recipe is easy to follow and requires only a few ingredients.

Ingredients:

- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup cold water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup macadamia nuts, chopped

Serves: 8

Cooking Tips:

- Use cold butter and water to make the pastry dough flaky.
- Use a food processor to chop the macadamia nuts.
- Use a tart pan with a removable bottom for easy removal of the tart.

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. In a food processor, pulse the flour, butter, sugar, and salt until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Add the cold water and pulse until the dough comes together.
4. Roll out the dough on a floured surface and transfer it to a 9-inch tart pan.
5. Prick the bottom of the crust with a fork and bake for 15 minutes.
6. In a saucepan, combine the sugar and water and cook over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
7. Increase the heat to high and cook until the mixture turns amber in color.
8. Remove the pan from the heat and add the heavy cream, butter, and salt.
9. Stir until the mixture is smooth and let it cool for 5 minutes.
10. Sprinkle the chopped macadamia nuts over the bottom of the tart crust.
11. Pour the caramel mixture over the nuts.
12. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the filling is set.
13. Let the tart cool completely before serving.
Appearance and Taste:
The Caramel and Macadamia Nut Tart is a beautiful golden brown color with a crunchy nutty topping and a smooth caramel filling. The tart has a buttery and flaky crust that complements the sweet and nutty flavors of the filling. The caramel is rich and creamy with a hint of saltiness that balances the sweetness of the tart.
Type of Dish: Dessert Tart

Main Ingredients:

- Macadamia nuts
- Caramel
- Pastry dough