Baked Almond Frangipane Tart with Fresh Strawberries
Tender almond cream baked in a crisp tart shell topped with juicy fresh strawberries for a balanced and elegant dessert. This french-inspired desserts ready in about 75 minutes layers all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, unsalted butter, cold and cubed into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 300 calories and feeds 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a food processor, pulse 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup powdered sugar, and 1/2 cup cold cubed unsalted butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Step 2: Add 1 large egg yolk and pulse just until dough starts to come together. Press dough into a 9-inch tart pan, evenly covering bottom and sides. Chill for 15 minutes.
- Step 3: Bake the tart shell for 15 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Remove and cool slightly.
- Step 4: In a bowl, beat 1/3 cup softened unsalted butter with 1/3 cup granulated sugar until creamy. Mix in 1/2 cup almond flour, then beat in 2 large eggs and 1 tsp vanilla extract until smooth.
- Step 5: Pour the almond cream into the warm tart shell and spread evenly.
- Step 6: Arrange 1 cup halved fresh strawberries on top in a single layer.
- Step 7: Bake for 30-35 minutes until the frangipane is puffed and set, with golden edges.
- Step 8: Cool completely before slicing and serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Baked Almond Frangipane Tart with Fresh Strawberries take to make?
Total time is about 75 minutes (25 min prep + 50 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Baked Almond Frangipane Tart with Fresh Strawberries?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Almond Frangipane Tart with Fresh Strawberries?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Baked Almond Frangipane Tart with Fresh Strawberries for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Baked Almond Frangipane Tart with Fresh Strawberries?
French desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
