Tangerine Tea Cakes Recipe

Delight your taste buds with these irresistible Tangerine Tea Cakes! Inspired by renowned pastry chef Gale Gand, these miniature delights offer a melt-in-your-mouth madeleine-like texture. Perfect for parties, their petite size allows guests to indulge in several without feeling overly full. Bursting with the vibrant flavor of tangerine marmalade (or a delicious substitute like orange marmalade or jam), these cookies are a true taste of sunshine. A treasured recipe from flkeysjen's 'Best of 2009' cookbook, these tea cakes are guaranteed to become a new favorite. Get ready to bake up a batch of these little gems!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 150.3 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Tangerine Tea Cakes

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How to Make Tangerine Tea Cakes

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. If using, arrange silicone tart pans or mini muffin/petit four paper cups on a baking sheet.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup almond paste, 1/2 cup tangerine marmalade (or substitute), and the zest of 1 tangerine. Beat for 2-3 minutes until well combined.
  4. Add 2 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in 1 large egg yolk last.
  5. Gradually add 1 cup all-purpose flour to the wet ingredients on low speed, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Scrape down the sides of the bowl. Add 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter and mix until thoroughly blended. The batter will be thin.
  7. Fill prepared tart pans or cups almost to the top using a spoon or a piping bag.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown and the centers are set.
  9. Let the tea cakes cool completely in the pan before removing.
  10. Once cooled, dust generously with powdered sugar.
  11. Serve the tea cakes directly in their cups or on a serving plate. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

25g

Fat

22g

Carbs

3g

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