Ingredients
Crust:
1 cup flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp vanilla
1/2 cup butter, chunked
1 tablespoon water, if needed
Filling:
4 oz butter
8 oz cream cheese
1/3 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 tablespoon almond extract
Glaze:
2 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons cinnamon
Water
1/2 cup toasted almonds
Preparation
Crust: In food processor, add first 4 ingredients. With blade running, add butter a little at a time until incorporated. Add vanilla. Dough should form a ball. If it needs water to help it along, add a few drops at a time. Let rest in refrigerator one hour, then press into bottom and sides of springform pan. Poke holes into bottom with fork, and bake partially at 350 degrees.
Filling: Cream butter and cheese together unto smooth. Add sugar, eggs, and almond extract. Pour into partially baked shell, and bake 35-40 minutes at 359 degrees.
Glaze: Mix all ingredients together until runny. Glaze while warm. Serve tart with vanilla or cinnamon ice cream.
