#nuttytreat

Indulge in the rich flavors of pecan frangipane inside a buttery tart shell. For a fun twist, poach orange-cardamom sweet potato leaves on top. This beautiful tart has a great mix of nutty, sweet, and citrusy flavors that make it a great treat for any event.

Ingredients: 1 9-inch tart shell, pre-baked. 1 cup pecans. 1/2 cup granulated sugar. 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened. 1 large egg. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. 1/4 teaspoon salt. 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour. 1/4 cup orange juice. 2 tablespoons honey. 1 orange, zest and juice. 4-5 cardamom pods, crushed. Sweet potato leaves, as needed for poaching.

Instructions: Preheat oven to 350F 175C. In a food processor, pulse pecans until finely ground. In a mixing bowl, cream together sugar and butter until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined. Fold in the ground pecans, salt, and flour until evenly incorporated. Spread the frangipane mixture evenly into the pre-baked tart shell. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set and golden brown. While the tart bakes, prepare the orange-cardamom poached sweet potato leaves. In a saucepan, combine orange juice, honey, orange zest, and crushed cardamom pods. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat. Add sweet potato leaves and poach for 3-4 minutes, until tender. Remove the poached leaves from the liquid and allow to cool slightly. Once the tart is baked and cooled, arrange the poached sweet potato leaves on top. Serve the tart at room temperature, optionally garnished with additional orange zest. Enjoy!

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

These gluten-free financiers are a delightful treat with a nutty flavor from almond flour and a pop of sweetness from ripe pluots. Perfect for a gluten-free dessert or snack.

Ingredients: 1/2 cup 1 stick unsalted butter. 1/2 cup almond flour. 1/4 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour. 1/4 cup poppy seeds. 1/2 cup granulated sugar. 3 large egg whites. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. 2 ripe pluots, sliced. Powdered sugar, for dusting.

Instructions: Warm your oven up to 350F 175C and grease a muffin tin or financier mold. Put the butter in a small saucepan and melt it over low heat. It's done when it turns golden brown and smells like nuts. Take it off the heat and let it cool down a bit. Put the gluten-free all-purpose flour, poppy seeds, and almond flour in a bowl and mix them together with a whisk. Beat the egg whites in a different bowl until they get foamy. Then, add the sugar and vanilla extract. Keep beating the mixture until it starts to form soft peaks. Add the dry ingredients slowly to the egg white mixture, then add the melted butter. Be careful not to mix too much. Fill up each mold or muffin tin cavity about halfway with batter after you pour it in. A few slices of plum should be put on top of each financier. Put the financiers in an oven that has already been heated up. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until they are golden brown and a toothpick stuck in the middle comes out clean. Take them out of the oven and let them cool in the mold for a few minutes. Then, move them to a wire rack to finish cooling. Put powdered sugar on top of the financiers after they have cooled. Enjoy your Poppy Seed Pluot Financiers that don't have gluten!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 18 minutes

Enjoy these naturally gluten-free Easy Peanut Butter Monster Cookies, which are loaded with peanut butter, oats, chocolate chips, M&M's, and nuts! A delightful treat for all cookie enthusiasts.

Ingredients: 1 cup creamy peanut butter. 1/2 cup granulated sugar. 1/2 cup packed brown sugar. 1 large egg. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. 1/2 teaspoon baking soda. 1/4 teaspoon salt. 1 cup old-fashioned oats. 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips. 1/2 cup M&M's candies. 1/4 cup chopped nuts e.g., peanuts or almonds.

Instructions: Warm the oven up to 350F 175C and put parchment paper on a baking sheet. Mix the creamy peanut butter, white sugar, and brown sugar together in a large bowl. Mix until everything is smooth and well mixed. To the peanut butter mix, add the egg and vanilla extract. Add the egg and mix until it's fully mixed in. Add the baking soda and salt to the mixture and mix it so that they are spread out evenly. It's time to add the old-fashioned oats, semisweet chocolate chips, M&M's, and chopped nuts. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the baking sheet that has been prepared, leaving some space between each cookie. You can use a cookie scoop or a tablespoon for this. Use a fork to gently press down on each cookie to make a crisscross pattern. After the oven is hot, bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Take the baking sheet out of the oven and place the cookies on it. Let them cool for a few minutes before moving them to a wire rack to finish cooling. Enjoy the tasty Easy Peanut Butter Monster Cookies once they are completely cool.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10-12

This pear hazelnut galette is a simple yet elegant dessert that showcases the natural sweetness of pears complemented by the nuttiness of hazelnuts. Encased in flaky puff pastry, it's perfect for a cozy gathering or a special treat.

Ingredients: 1 sheet store-bought puff pastry. 3 ripe pears, thinly sliced. 1/2 cup hazelnuts, chopped. 1/4 cup brown sugar. 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour. 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. 1 tablespoon lemon juice. 1 egg, beaten for egg wash.

Instructions: Preheat the oven to 375F 190C. Roll out the puff pastry onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. In a bowl, combine sliced pears, chopped hazelnuts, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Arrange the pear mixture evenly over the puff pastry, leaving a border around the edges. Fold the edges of the puff pastry over the filling, pleating as needed. Brush the edges of the pastry with beaten egg for a golden finish. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the pears are tender. Let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes