Caramelized Banana and Black Sesame Tart
A French-inspired tart featuring sweet caramelized bananas atop a black sesame frangipane base, blending nutty and fruity flavors beautifully. This french-inspired desserts ready in about 80 minutes layers all-purpose flour, cold, diced unsalted butter, powdered sugar 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 320 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
- 7 tbsp cold, diced unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- 1/4 cup, toasted black sesame seeds
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 5 tbsp softened unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 2 medium ripe bananas
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, combine 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 7 tbsp cold diced unsalted butter, and 3 tbsp powdered sugar. Rub with fingertips until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Step 2: Add 1 egg yolk and mix gently to form a dough. Wrap in plastic and chill for 30 minutes.
- Step 3: Roll dough out on a floured surface and line a 9-inch tart pan. Prick the base with a fork and chill another 15 minutes.
- Step 4: Bake tart shell for 15 minutes until light golden; remove from oven.
- Step 5: In a bowl, cream 5 tbsp softened unsalted butter with 1/3 cup granulated sugar until pale. Add 2 large eggs one at a time, mixing well.
- Step 6: Stir in 1/2 cup almond flour and 1/4 cup toasted black sesame seeds until smooth.
- Step 7: Pour the frangipane mixture into the warm tart shell and return to oven for 20 minutes until set.
- Step 8: While baking, slice 2 ripe bananas diagonally. Heat 1/4 cup brown sugar and 1 tbsp lemon juice in a skillet over medium heat until sugar melts and caramelizes.
- Step 9: Add banana slices and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and caramelized.
- Step 10: Arrange caramelized bananas on the cooled tart and serve slightly warm or at room temperature.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Caramelized Banana and Black Sesame Tart take to make?
Total time is about 80 minutes (40 min prep + 40 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 Caramelized Banana and Black Sesame Tart?
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 Caramelized Banana and Black Sesame Tart?
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 Caramelized Banana and Black Sesame Tart 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 Caramelized Banana and Black Sesame Tart?
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.
