NEAPOLITAN HONEY AND WALNUT TART, a simple, quick, and delicious dessert perfect for breakfast or a snack, ideal for holidays, ready in no time.
The Neapolitan honey and walnut tart is a true delight, prepared quickly and absolutely worth trying, with a shortcrust shell filled with a crunchy and soft filling at the same time.
The recipe for the honey and walnut tart taken from a Neapolitan recipe book is truly simple and very delicious, you prepare the shortcrust pastry and while it bakes, melt the butter with honey and sugar, add the walnuts, mix and fill the shortcrust shell.
Nothing easier, and certainly enjoyable for those who love nuts, of course, if you don’t prefer walnuts, you can substitute them with almonds, hazelnuts, or other nuts.
Perfect for the upcoming Christmas holidays, excellent for a sweet treat after dinner.
Follow me in the kitchen today there’s the Neapolitan honey and walnut tart.
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 4-6
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup butter (or lard)
- 1 egg
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 tsp baking powder (vanilla-flavored)
- 2 oz walnuts
- 3 tbsp sugar
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup honey
Steps
Prepare the shortcrust pastry, pour the flour into a bowl, add the sugar, baking powder and mix, add the egg, butter, and salt, mix well, make a ball and let it rest for 30 minutes.
After the resting time, roll out the pastry in a 8-inch mold creating a border of 1 inch, prick with a fork, bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 12 minutes.
Put the sugar, butter, and honey in a saucepan on the stove and let it melt, at this point add the walnuts, stirring occasionally for a couple of minutes.
Remove the base from the oven and place it on the work surface, fill it with the hot cream and put it in the fridge to set for about an hour.
Before serving, sprinkle with powdered sugar.
Bon appétit
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FAQ (Questions and Answers) Neapolitan Honey and Walnut Tart
Can I substitute walnuts with another type of nuts?
You can experiment with other nuts of your choice, but walnuts offer a unique flavor.
Can I use local honey for a more authentic variant?
Certainly, local honey can add a touch of authenticity to your tart.
Can I prepare the shortcrust pastry in advance?
Yes, you can prepare the shortcrust pastry in advance and keep it in the refrigerator until you’re ready to use it.
Can I freeze the honey and walnut tart?
Yes, you can freeze individual portions of the tart so you have some available whenever you want.
What’s the secret to a perfect shortcrust pastry?
Keep the butter cold and work the dough as little as possible to achieve a flaky shortcrust pastry.
