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The Ritz Paris Cookie Tart Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Description

The Ritz Paris Cookie Tart is a decadent dessert featuring a golden brown butter cookie crust filled with semi-sweet chocolate chips and roasted salted almonds, finished with a luscious soft caramel drizzle and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt for the perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors. This elegant tart is perfect for sharing and impresses with its rich, nutty taste and delightful textures.

Ingredients

Brown Butter Cookie Dough

  • ½ cup butter
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ⅓ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup almond butter (well stirred)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour
  • 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • ⅓ cup roasted salted almonds (coarsely chopped)

Caramel Drizzle

  • 2-2½ ounces store-bought soft caramels (60-70g, about 8-10 caramels, e.g., Werthers)
  • 2 teaspoons cream or half-and-half
  • Flaky sea salt for finishing (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Brown Butter: Place ½ cup butter in a large microwave-safe bowl and cover tightly with plastic wrap, making 3-4 small slits for venting. Microwave on high in 4-minute increments, checking after each until butter turns a golden brown color, typically about 6 minutes for a 900-watt microwave. Carefully remove and let cool for 10 minutes.
  2. Preheat and Prep Pan: Center a rack in the oven and preheat to 350˚F (177˚C). Generously spray a 9 or 10-inch tart pan with removable bottom using baking spray. Line the bottom with a circle of parchment paper and place the pan on a sheet pan for stability.
  3. Make Cookie Dough: To the cooled browned butter, whisk in 2 tablespoons water, ½ cup granulated sugar, ⅓ cup brown sugar, ¼ cup well-stirred almond butter, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract until combined. Add 1 large egg and 1 egg yolk, stirring thoroughly.
  4. Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in 1 teaspoon baking powder, ¼ teaspoon baking soda, and ¾ teaspoon kosher salt. Gradually add 1 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour and stir just until no flour streaks remain; do not overmix.
  5. Assemble Tart Base: Transfer cookie dough batter to the prepared tart pan and spread evenly. Scatter 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips over the top, then sprinkle ⅓ cup coarsely chopped roasted salted almonds evenly.
  6. Bake: Place the tart pan on the sheet pan and bake in the preheated oven for 20-23 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and an instant-read thermometer registers between 175°F and 185°F (79-85°C). Avoid overbaking to keep the tart tender.
  7. Cool Tart: Remove from oven and allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Carefully remove the outer ring of the tart pan, leaving the parchment paper to support the tart.
  8. Prepare Caramel Drizzle: In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine 2-2½ ounces soft caramels and 2 teaspoons cream or half-and-half. Microwave on high for 15-20 seconds, stir to melt, and repeat in 10-second bursts as needed until smooth.
  9. Finish Tart: Drizzle the warm caramel over the top of the tart in small pools. If caramel thickens, reheat briefly. Optionally, sprinkle lightly with flaky sea salt to enhance flavor.

Notes

  • Use a tart pan with a removable bottom for easier removal of the tart after baking.
  • If you don’t have almond butter, smooth peanut butter can be a substitute but will alter the flavor profile.
  • Do not overbake the tart to maintain a soft, chewy texture.
  • Make sure to let the browned butter cool before mixing it with eggs to avoid cooking them prematurely.
  • Flaky sea salt garnish is optional but it wonderfully balances the sweetness of caramel and chocolate.
  • Use microwave-safe bowls and carefully handle hot butter and caramel to avoid burns.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French-inspired

Find it online: https://saraflavors.com/the-ritz-paris-cookie-tart-recipe/