Description
A Coconut Macadamia Nut Tart is a baked dessert made with a crisp shortcrust-style base and a rich filling prepared from coconut, macadamia nuts, butter, eggs, and brown sugar. Unlike cream-based tarts, this tart has a chewy, almost caramelized texture similar to classic nut tarts, but with a tropical twist.
Ingredients
Tart Crust
1¼ cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup powdered sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
1 large egg yolk
1–2 tbsp cold water
Pinch of salt
Coconut Macadamia Filling
¾ cup sweetened shredded coconut
¾ cup macadamia nuts, chopped
½ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
¾ cup light brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp coconut extract (optional)
¼ tsp salt
Instructions
1. Make the Crust
In a bowl or food processor, combine flour, powdered sugar, and salt.
Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add egg yolk and cold water, mixing just until dough comes together.
Press dough evenly into a 9-inch tart pan with removable bottom.
Chill for 30 minutes.
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Dock crust with a fork, line with parchment, add pie weights.
Blind bake 15 minutes, remove weights, bake 5 more minutes.
Cool slightly.
2. Make the Filling
Lower oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).
In a bowl, whisk melted butter and brown sugar.
Whisk in eggs, vanilla, coconut extract (if using), and salt.
Stir in shredded coconut and macadamia nuts.
3. Bake the Tart
Pour filling into warm crust.
Bake 30–35 minutes, until center is set but slightly soft.
Cool completely before slicing.
Notes
This Coconut Macadamia Nut Tart tastes even better after it’s had time to set, so consider chilling it for an hour before slicing. For extra indulgence, serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and finish with a light sprinkle of toasted coconut or flaky sea salt to enhance the nutty sweetness.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: ~420 kcal
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