"Mandarin Tenderness" are quick, tasty mini-desserts ideal for a cozy tea party or a festive treat.

"Tangerine tenderness" are small masterpieces in which the spicy sweetness of the dough is harmoniously combined with the citrus freshness of tangerines.

Egg – 1 pc
A pinch of salt
Sugar – 100 g + 1 tsp for each mold
Baking powder – 1 tsp
Sour cream – 120 g
Flour – 150 g
Mandarins – several pieces (cut crosswise)
Icing sugar – for sprinkling
Preparation:

Preparing the dough:

In a deep bowl, beat the egg with sugar and a pinch of salt until the mixture becomes smooth and fluffy. Add sour cream and mix well.
Sift the flour together with the baking powder and gradually mix into the dough until it is smooth and without lumps.
Preparing the mandarins:

Cut the mandarins crosswise into circles to preserve their juiciness and bright appearance.
Assembly and baking:

Add 1 teaspoon of sugar to each baking dish, then place a tangerine circle on top.
Put 1 tablespoon of dough into each dish, covering the tangerines.
Bake in an oven preheated to 180°C for 20-25 minutes, until the tops are golden and fragrant.
Serving:

Cool the finished "Tangerine Tendernesses" slightly, then carefully remove from the molds and sprinkle with powdered sugar. Serve warm, so that everyone can enjoy the contrast of the delicate dough and juicy tangerine.

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