Sweet Vol Au Vents

Make your next meal, Sweet Vol Au Vents, a truly special one. These sweet treats are perfect for any special occasion, or just for an afternoon snack. They are easy to make and require minimal ingredients, so you can make them in no time at all.

Ingredients

• 1 cup of all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1/2 cup of vegetable shortening
• 3 to 4 tablespoons of cold water
• 1/2 cup raspberry jam
• 1/2 cup of confectioners’ sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon of almond extract

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, salt, and shortening. Use a pastry blender or your hands to mix the ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Add the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
4. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough until it is about 1/8 inch thick.
5. Using a 3-inch round cookie cutter, cut out circles from the dough. Re-roll the scraps and cut out more circles until all the dough is used.
6. Place the circles onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
7. Using a 1-inch round cookie cutter, cut out circles from the center of each larger circle.
8. Bake the circles for 8 to 10 minutes, or until they are lightly golden brown.
9. Let the circles cool completely.
10. In a small bowl, mix together the raspberry jam, confectioners’ sugar, and almond extract.
11. Spoon the mixture into the center of each cooled circle.
12. Serve the Sweet Vol Au Vents immediately.

Nutritional Information

Each Sweet Vol Au Vents is about 72 calories.

Serving Suggestions

The Sweet Vol Au Vents can be served as a dessert or snack. Serve them with a dollop of whipped cream, a scoop of ice cream, fresh fruit, or a drizzle of chocolate sauce.

Sweet Vol Au Vents are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. With minimal ingredients and just a few simple steps, you can have these sweet treats ready in no time. Enjoy!