Description
The Almond & Apricot Frangipane Tart is a traditional French dessert that combines a flaky, buttery tart crust (pâte sucrée) with a sweet, almond-flavored filling (frangipane), and a layer of fresh fruit, in this case, apricots. The combination of almond cream and apricots gives this tart a unique flavor profile, balancing the richness of the almonds with the tartness of the apricots. Baked until golden, it is a stunning and delicious dessert that will impress your guests at any gathering.
Ingredients
Tart Crust (Pâte Sucrée)
1 ¼ cups (160 g) all-purpose flour
¼ cup (30 g) powdered sugar
Pinch of salt
½ cup (115 g) cold unsalted butter, cubed
1 egg yolk
2–3 tsp ice water
Frangipane (Almond Cream)
½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
½ cup (100 g) sugar
1 cup (100 g) almond flour (finely ground almonds)
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract (or ½ tsp almond extract)
2 tsp all-purpose flour
Fruit Topping
6–8 fresh apricots (halved and pitted)
2 tbsp apricot jam (for glazing)
Instructions
Make the Tart Crust
In a bowl, mix flour, powdered sugar, and salt.
Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add yolk and just enough ice water to bring dough together.
Shape into a disk, wrap, and chill 30 minutes.
Roll out dough and press into a 9-inch tart pan. Chill again for 20 minutes.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Blind bake (line with parchment and weights) for 15 minutes. Remove weights, bake another 8–10 minutes until lightly golden. Cool.
Make the Frangipane
Beat butter and sugar until fluffy.
Add almond flour, then eggs one at a time. Mix in vanilla and flour until smooth.
Assemble the Tart
Spread frangipane evenly into cooled crust.
Arrange apricot halves cut-side up on top (press lightly into the cream).
Bake for 35–40 minutes, until frangipane is golden and set.
Warm apricot jam and brush over tart for a glossy finish.
Notes
This tart combines a rich almond frangipane with the sweet-tart flavor of apricots for a delightful balance. Serve it slightly warm or at room temperature, and garnish with toasted almonds or a dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant finish
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European / French-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: Moderate
Keywords: Almond tart, Apricot almond tart, Frangipane tart, Apricot dessert, Almond cream tart