Preparation Steps

• In a mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, and sugar. Cut in the cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
• Stir in the egg yolk and mix until dough forms. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface and cut into circles.
• Press dough circles into muffin tins. In a separate bowl, mix almond paste, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
• Spoon the almond mixture into the pastry shells and sprinkle with sliced almonds.
• Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool before removing from tins.