Rustic Cottage Cherry Tartlets
Delight in these Rustic Cottage Cherry Tartlets, a charming and sweet treat perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in. With a perfectly flaky crust made from a blend of all-purpose flour and buttery vegetable shortening, these tartlets are filled with luscious Michigan Red Tart Cherry Preserves that offer a delightful tangy sweetness. Enriched with small curd cottage cheese for added richness and depth, these tartlets promise to impress your family and friends. Dust them with powdered sugar before serving for an elegant touch that makes them truly irresistible!
48
Servings
50
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
Pillsbury BEST® All Purpose Flour
2 1/2 cups (measured and sifted if needed)
Salt
1 teaspoon (added to flour)
Crisco® Baking Sticks Butter Flavor All-Vegetable Shortening
1 cup (chilled and sliced)
Small Curd Cottage Cheese
1 cup (blended until smooth)
Vanilla Extract
1 teaspoon (added to the dough)
Powdered Sugar
to taste (for dusting)
Smucker's® Orchard's Finest® Michigan Red Tart Cherry Preserves
1 (12 ounce) jar (for filling)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt, mixing well. Cut the chilled shortening into the flour mixture using a pastry blender until it resembles coarse crumbs.
3
In another bowl, blend the cottage cheese until smooth, then mix in the vanilla extract. Gradually add the cottage cheese mixture to the flour mixture and combine until a firm dough forms.
4
Lightly dust your work surface with powdered sugar. Roll out the dough to an even thickness of 1/8 inch and cut it into 2-inch squares.
5
Place half a teaspoon of cherry preserves in the center of each square. Fold and overlap the opposite corners to form a diamond shape, sealing the edges tightly to prevent any filling from leaking out.
6
Arrange the tartlets on ungreased baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for 14 to 16 minutes, or until they turn a light golden brown.
8
Allow the tartlets to cool for 2 minutes on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
9
Before serving, arrange the cooled tartlets on a serving platter and dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Nutrition Information
3g
Fat
5g
Carbs
0.6g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Rustic Cottage Cherry Tartlets?
They are charming sweet treats featuring a flaky crust made with cottage cheese and a tangy cherry preserve filling.
How many tartlets does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes approximately 48 servings.
What is the recommended oven temperature for baking these tartlets?
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
What specific cherry preserves are used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for Smucker's Orchard's Finest Michigan Red Tart Cherry Preserves.
How much shortening is required for the dough?
The recipe requires 1 cup of chilled and sliced butter-flavored all-vegetable shortening.
How do I prepare the cottage cheese for the dough?
The small curd cottage cheese should be blended until smooth before being mixed with vanilla and flour.
What is the thickness for rolling out the tartlet dough?
The dough should be rolled out to an even thickness of 1/8 inch.
What size should the dough squares be cut into?
The dough should be cut into 2-inch squares.
How much filling goes into each tartlet?
Place half a teaspoon of cherry preserves in the center of each dough square.
How are the tartlets shaped?
Fold and overlap the opposite corners of the dough squares to form a diamond shape.
How do I prevent the cherry filling from leaking out?
Ensure you seal the edges of the dough tightly after folding them into a diamond shape.
Do I need to grease the baking sheets?
No, the tartlets should be arranged on ungreased baking sheets.
How long do the cherry tartlets need to bake?
Bake them for 14 to 16 minutes until they are a light golden brown.
What is the cooling process for the tartlets?
Allow them to cool for 2 minutes on the baking sheet, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
When should I apply the powdered sugar?
Dust the tartlets with powdered sugar just before serving once they have cooled.
What type of flour is best for this recipe?
Pillsbury BEST All Purpose Flour is recommended.
How many calories are in one tartlet?
Each tartlet contains approximately 50 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 3 grams of fat per tartlet.
How many grams of carbohydrates are in each serving?
Each serving contains 5 grams of carbohydrates.
Is there protein in these tartlets?
Yes, each tartlet contains about 0.6 grams of protein.
How much salt is included in the dough?
One teaspoon of salt is mixed into the flour.
What flavor of shortening is used?
Crisco Baking Sticks Butter Flavor All-Vegetable Shortening is used for a rich taste.
How should the shortening be incorporated into the flour?
Cut the chilled shortening into the flour using a pastry blender until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
What is the total number of ingredients needed for this recipe?
There are 7 ingredients in total.
Can I use regular cottage cheese?
The recipe specifies small curd cottage cheese, blended until smooth.
What tool is used to mix the cottage cheese and vanilla?
The instructions recommend blending the cottage cheese first, then mixing in the vanilla in a separate bowl.
How far apart should the tartlets be spaced on the baking sheet?
Space the tartlets 2 inches apart to allow for even baking.
Is vanilla extract used in this recipe?
Yes, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract is added to the cottage cheese mixture.
What is the final texture of the tartlet crust?
The crust is described as perfectly flaky and enriched by the cottage cheese.
What category of food does this recipe fall under?
This recipe is categorized under Tarts and Desserts.