BLUEBERRY TARTS AND COCONUT
CRUST
 
CRUST:

1 egg white
1 tbsp. corn syrup
1/4 tsp. almond extract
2 tbsp. sugar
1/4 tsp. vanilla
2 1/4 c. shredded coconut

Beat egg white until stiff. Gradually beat in sugar, corn syrup, vanilla and almond extract. Fold in coconut. Firmly press mixture into the bottom and sides of 4 custard cups. Microwave on HIGH (100%) for 3-5 minutes or until set. Press mixture down gently if it puffs up too much. Set aside to cool. Remove from custard cups and place on individual serving plates.

FILLING:

1 c. blueberries, plus 12 to use as garnish
2 tbsp. sugar
1 tsp. corn starch
Whipped cream for topping
1 tbsp. chopped lemon rind
4 tbsp. water

Mix blueberries, sugar, lemon rind and 2 tablespoons water in a microwave dish. Cover and cook 5 minutes at 70% power. Mix cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water, then stir into blueberries. Cook additional 1-2 minutes; turn and stir 3 times. Set aside to cool. Spoon berries into coconut crusts. Top with whipped cream and garnish with extra blueberries.

Since microwave ovens vary in power, you may need to adjust your cooking time.

 

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