Peach Mini Tarts (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Crust

01 - 1 1/2 cups plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
02 - 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
03 - 3/4 cup plus 1 teaspoon sugar
04 - 1/4 cup vegetable or canola oil
05 - 1/4 cup mild olive oil
06 - 2 tablespoons whole milk
07 - 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
08 - 2 tablespoons cold, unsalted butter

→ Pastry & Wash

09 - Puff pastry sheet
10 - 1 egg
11 - 1 tablespoon water
12 - 1 tablespoon turbinado sugar

→ Filling

13 - Peaches, diced
14 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
15 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
16 - 2 teaspoons lemon zest
17 - 1 teaspoon almond extract
18 - 3/4 cup heavy cream
19 - 6 ounces mascarpone cheese

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
02 - Roll out puff pastry on a lightly floured surface until approximately 3mm (1/8-inch) thick.
03 - Cut pastry into circles sized to fit muffin or tartlet pan. Press circles into pan, ensuring there are no cracks in the dough.
04 - Beat egg with 1 tablespoon of water to create an egg wash.
05 - Brush egg wash over pastry surfaces and sprinkle with turbinado sugar for a sweet, golden finish.
06 - In a bowl, combine diced peaches, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Stir in almond extract, heavy cream, and mascarpone cheese until well incorporated.
07 - Distribute the peach filling evenly among the prepared pastry shells.
08 - Bake for 17-19 minutes until tarts are puffed and golden.

# Notes:

01 - The almond extract enhances the natural sweetness of peaches while adding depth to the flavor profile.