These mini Swedish almond tarts called Mazariner have a delicious almond flavor and strong buttery smell. The filling is thick, rich in almonds, a sort of a mix between frangipane and marzipan. All enclosed in a fragrant shortcrust pastry shell. The icing on the cake is a thick layer of lemon glaze that breaks up the sweetness of the tartlets by adding a slightly tart note.
They are distant cousins of Italian almond tart or almond cake. Their name comes from the name of the Italian-French cardinal and politician Giulio Raimondo Mazzarino (1602-1661) who was born in southern Italy and raised in Rome and was a food enthusiast. Together with his friend Anna of Austria (queen of France) was a great promoter of Italian food. It’s no surprise then that these almond tarts that bear his name have found their way across Europe.
Store at room temperature covered with a cotton cloth.
lot of love. B.
p.s. If you are looking for another Swedish recipe check out my Fyriskaka – Swedish cinnamon cake with apples (photo below). Instead, if you are looking for another recipe for mini tarts, check out my Strawberry and caramelized meringue mini tarts
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