Sweet Dough for Tarts – Tourte douce

Step 1

Combine margarine, shortening, sugar, vanilla and eggs. In a separate bowl, combine the dry ingredients.

Step 2

Mix the wet and dry ingredients together and chill one hour before using.

Step 3

When you are ready to prepare the tarts, cut the dough into 24 equal amounts. Pat the dough into a round shape and sprinkle with a mixture of sugar, flour, cinnamon and nutmeg.

Step 4

Fill with smashed canned figs, blackberry, sweet potato or bouille filing (see recipes on site), or any filling of choice.

Step 5

Apply a small amount of water with your fingertips on the outer round of the tart to help stick together. Fold over and place on cookie sheet to bake.

Step 6

Bake at 350 degrees until light brown (about 18 minutes). Do not overcook, as tart will turn hard. Store in airtight bags or container. Can be frozen after baking.