Mamma's coconut tart (klappertert) Recipe
Servings: 12
Ingredients
- 1 cup (250ml) plain flour
- pinch of salt
- 113g butter, cubed
- 1 egg yolk, lightly beaten
- iced water
- FOR THE FILLING:
- 2 cups (500ml) desiccated or fresh grated coconut
- 1 cup (250ml) granulated sugar
- 2 Tbs (28g) butter
- 1 cup (250ml) water
- pinch of salt
- 2 eggs, separated
- 3/4 tsp vanilla essence
- 1/4 tsp almond essence
- 3-4 Tbsp apricot jam (preferably smooth)
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 199g | |
| Recipe makes 12 servings | |
| Calories 505 | |
| Calories from Fat 332 | 66% |
| Total Fat 39.18g | 49% |
| Saturated Fat 31.82g | 127% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 56mg | 19% |
| Sodium 126mg | 5% |
| Potassium 259mg | 7% |
| Total Carbs 39.23g | 10% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.4g | 1% |
| Sugars 20.7g | 14% |
| Protein 4.39g | 7% |
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