Austrian coffee tart recipe

Austrian Coffee Tart recipe

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In this blog post I will guide you thru the steps and ingredients needed to craft this recipe. Grab your favorite apron and let's start.
The Austrian coffee tart is a delectable dessert that combines the rich flavors of coffee and chocolate in a flaky pastry shell. This recipe has been passed down through generations in Austria, and it is a beloved treat during coffee breaks or special occasions. The tart is made with a luscious coffee-infused filling, topped with a layer of velvety smooth chocolate ganache. With its irresistible combination of flavors and textures, this Austrian coffee tart is sure to become a favorite among coffee and dessert lovers alike.

Keywords: Austrian, coffee tart, dessert, chocolate, pastry

Austrian coffee tart recipe details

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Ingredients

	For the Base:
140 g	plain flour
140 g	unsalted butter
40 g	ground almonds
40 g	caster sugar
	For the Filling:
250 g	icing sugar
1 tsp	coffee essence
4	egg whites

Instructions

Line and grease a flan dish.

Preheat oven to Gas Mark 6, 200°C, 400°F.

To make the base:
Place ingredients into a bowl and rub in the butter between your fingertips. Mix to a dough and form into a ball. Cover with cling film and chill for at least 30 minutes, preferably an hour.

Roll out on a lightly floured surface to fit the tin and sides.

Lay a sheet of parchment over the base and part fill with baking beans or uncooked rice and bake fro 15 minutes. Remove beans or rice and the lining. Set aside to cool.

Increase the oven temperature to Gas Mark 7, 220°C, 425°F.

To make the filling:
Mix one egg white, sugar and coffee with a wooden spoon and then whisk. Add the remaining egg whites carefully.

Pour mixture into prepared base and cook for 30 minutes. Allow to cool before serving.

Serve warm or cold with cream or ice cream.

Preparation time:
ca. 30 min
Grade of difficulty:
medium
Calories per portion:
n/a