Easter Egg Nougat Tartlets
Miniature tartlets with vibrant colored nougat fillings inspired by decorated Easter eggs, featuring a delicate almond crust and citrus glaze. This french-inspired desserts ready in about 45 minutes layers almond flour, powdered sugar, cold, cubed butter into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 185 calories and feeds 12, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup, cold, cubed butter
- 1 egg yolk
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1/4 cup, finely chopped toasted almonds
- 2 oz, melted dark chocolate
- 3 drops each (red, yellow, green) food coloring
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp confectioners' sugar
Instructions
- Step 1: In a food processor, pulse 1 cup almond flour, 1/4 cup powdered sugar, and 1/4 cup cold cubed butter until crumbly. Add 1 egg yolk and process until mixture forms a ball.
- Step 2: Press the dough evenly into 12 mini muffin tins. Chill in refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Step 3: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12-15 minutes until golden around the edges. Let cool completely.
- Step 4: In a bowl, mix 3 tbsp honey, 3 drops red food coloring, 3 drops yellow food coloring, 3 drops green food coloring, and 1 tsp lemon juice. Divide mixture into three portions and add to separate bowls.
- Step 5: Fill each chilled tart shell with a different colored nougat mixture. Drizzle with 2 oz melted dark chocolate and sprinkle with 1/4 cup chopped toasted almonds. Dust with 2 tbsp confectioners' sugar before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Easter Egg Nougat Tartlets take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (30 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Easter Egg Nougat Tartlets?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Easter Egg Nougat Tartlets?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Easter Egg Nougat Tartlets for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 12 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 12). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Easter Egg Nougat Tartlets?
French desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
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Substituted chicken for tofu and it worked beautifully.
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My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
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Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
