Crust Instructions:

  • Place the flour, powdered sugar and butter in the bowl of a food processor and pulse 8-10 times.
  • Add the egg and the almond extract and pulse until dough ball just starts to form.
  • Remove from the bowl and form into a disc. Wrap dough in plastic wrap and chill for 1 hour.
  • Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  • On a lightly floured surface, roll dough into a 10-inch circle and place in a 9-inch tart pan. Flatten crust on the bottom and mold excess crust along the sides of the pan. Poke holes all over with a fork and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Cool crust completely.

 

Filling Instructions:

  • Place the mascarpone cheese, whipping cream and powdered sugar in a bowl. Whip until stiff peaks form. Stir in almond extract.
  • Spoon mixture over cooled crust and smooth the top.
  • Arrange the fruit on top of the filling as desired and refrigerate for 2 hours.
  • When ready to serve, slice into wedges and garnish with fresh mint sprigs, if desired.