Frangipane
Frangipane is a luxurious almond cream nestled in a flaky pastry shell, delivering a delightful dessert experience that warms the heart. This elegant treat combines nutty sweetness with buttery richness, making it ideal for gatherings or cozy afternoons. With its golden-brown crust and creamy filling, frangipane will impress your guests and leave them craving more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup almond flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a tart pan with puff pastry.
- In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in almond flour, salt, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the frangipane filling into the prepared pastry shell and smooth it out.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider incorporating orange blossom water or folding in fresh fruit like raspberries. - Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal mixing.