Fresh Fruit Frangipane Tart
Fresh Fruit Frangipane Tart features a buttery crust filled with almond cream and topped with fresh fruits.It offers a rich, nutty flavor balanced with natural sweetness.Perfect for special occasions or elegant desserts.Beautiful, flavorful, and surprisingly easy to make.
Ingredients
For the Tart Crust
- 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- 1–2 tbsp cold water
For the Frangipane Filling
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup almond flour
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For Topping
- Fresh fruits (berries, kiwi, peaches, or mango)
- 1 tbsp apricot jam (for glaze – optional)
Instructions
- Mix flour and powdered sugar in a bowl. Add butter and rub until crumbly.
- Add egg yolk and cold water to form a dough. Chill for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Roll out dough and line a tart pan. Prick the base with a fork.
- Cream butter and sugar until light. Add eggs, vanilla, and almond flour.
- Spread frangipane evenly over the tart base.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden and set.
- Cool completely, then arrange fresh fruits on top.
- Brush lightly with warmed apricot jam for shine.
Notes
- Use room-temperature butter for smooth frangipane.
- Fresh seasonal fruits give the best flavour.
- Allow tart to cool before adding fruit.
- Almond flour gives authentic texture.
- Glazing enhances appearance and keeps fruit fresh.