Polish Mazurek Tart with Pistachio Cream and White Chocolate
Sylwia Vaclavek
Inspired by the viral Dubai chocolate bars, this Polish Mazurek Tart with Pistachio Cream and White Chocolate delivers flavor and textures. It is a must.
In a large bowl, combine flour, powdered sugar, and salt.
Add cold cubed butter and rub it into the flour using your fingers or a pastry cutter until it resembles fine breadcrumbs.
Add egg yolk and sour cream, then mix until the dough just comes together. Don’t overwork it! If it is too dry, add a bit of water.
Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Roll out the dough on a floured surface to fit a rectangular tart pan (or a shape of your choice). Press it gently into the pan and trim any excess.
Prick the base with a fork, place a sheet of parchment paper over it, and fill with baking weights (or dry beans).
Bake for 15 minutes, remove the weights, and bake for another 10-12 minutes until golden. Let it cool completely.
In a heatproof bowl, melt white chocolate gently over a double boiler or in the microwave in 15-second bursts, stirring in between.
Stir in pistachio paste and heavy cream until smooth.
Toast the kataifi (shredded fillo dough) in a dry pan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden and crispy. Stir it into the filling along with powdered sugar and a pinch of sea salt.
Pour the filling into the cooled tart shell and spread evenly. Let it set in the fridge for 30-45 minutes.
Chop the white chocolate finely if using a bar.
Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan or microwave just until warm (not boiling).
Pour over the chocolate and let it sit for a minute, then stir gently until smooth.
If it’s too thick, add a splash more cream until you get the perfect drizzling consistency.
Sprinkle crushed pistachios and freeze-dried raspberries on top.
Notes
Use cold butter – this keeps the pastry flaky and crisp. Cut it into small cubes and work quickly.Don’t overwork the dough – mix until just combined; overmixing makes it tough.Chill before rolling – at least 30 minutes in the fridge prevents shrinkage.Dry toast the kataifi – toasting the shredded fillo dough brings out its nutty crunch and keeps it crisp inside the filling.Bake the crust until golden, not pale – since the filling isn’t baked, a properly baked crust is key to preventing sogginess.Let the tart cool completely before adding the filling – otherwise, the chocolate might separate or become grainy.