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Mini Nuts tart

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This delectable tiny caramel nut tart with a flaky pastry crust and it is packed with crunchy whole almonds, almond strips, sunflower, pumpkin, white melon, and black sesame seeds. Just think about how amazing and delicious the caramel sauce keeps these nut tarts together. It's easy to make but tastes far better than it looks. What a fantastic way to enjoy nuts! Additionally, giving it as a present is considerate. The technique is easy and basic. The nuts taste amazing! Think about an appetizer where the crunchy mixed nuts and creamy homemade caramel are combined, and the pastry crust's crispness melts into your mouth. When making this little nut tart, the crusts are crucial. Sure, store-bought crusts are available, but believe me when I say that, even though we usually just think of them as a shell for a filling, we also need to think about how the filling will taste and feel in them. I've been using a 9-inch tart pan for years to make shortbread crust for key lime p...

No-Bake Mung Bean Mooncakes with Lotus Paste & Melon Seeds (免烤绿豆莲蓉月饼)

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Mooncakes are a traditional treat enjoyed during the Mid-Autumn Festival, but they don't always have to be baked! These No-Bake Mung Bean Mooncakes are soft, delicate, and surprisingly easy to make at home. The outer layer is made with split mung beans, butter and honey, creating a smooth, soft and slightly creamy texture that melts in your mouth. Inside, I used less-sugar lotus paste mixed with roasted melon seeds for a delicious filling with a little nutty crunch. Using a mooncake mould gives these little treats their beautiful traditional pattern, making them perfect for the Mid-Autumn Festival or simply as a homemade dessert to enjoy with a cup of Chinese tea. Best of all, there's no oven required ! Mooncake Mould I used a 50g mooncake mould with four different cherry blossom patterns to shape these mooncakes. I love that I can make four different designs using the same recipe! Full written steps, tips, and exact measurements are below. Keep scrolling!   INREDIENTS ...