Description
Indulge in the delicate flavors of this Pistachio Rose Tart, a Middle Eastern-inspired dessert that combines the nutty richness of pistachios with the subtle floral essence of rose water. A buttery crust holds a luscious pistachio filling, topped with decadent whipped cream, chopped nuts, and delicate rose petals.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust:
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 tablespoons ice water
Filling:
- 1 cup shelled pistachios (unsalted)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon rose water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup whipped cream (for topping)
- 2 tablespoons chopped pistachios (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon dried edible rose petals (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a food processor, pulse flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Add cold butter and pulse until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add egg yolk and ice water, pulsing until dough just comes together. Press dough into a 9-inch tart pan with removable bottom. Chill for 15 minutes, then prick base with a fork. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until lightly golden, then cool completely.
- Make the Filling: Meanwhile, pulse pistachios and granulated sugar in a food processor until finely ground. In a saucepan, combine ground pistachio mixture, honey, melted butter, cream, rose water, and vanilla. Cook over medium heat until slightly thickened, 5 to 7 minutes. Pour filling into cooled tart shell and smooth the top. Chill for at least 2 hours until set.
- Final Touches: Before serving, top with whipped cream, chopped pistachios, and rose petals.
Notes
- Rose water is strong, so use sparingly for a subtle floral flavor.
- This tart pairs beautifully with tea or sparkling wine.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
