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Cranberry Frangipane Tart

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A festive, gluten-free tart filled with a cozy almond frangipane and bursting with tangy cranberries, perfect for holiday gatherings.

  • Total Time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups (150 g) almond flour
  • 3/4 cup (90 g) gluten-free all-purpose blend
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 8 tablespoons (113 g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1 large egg
  • Ice water, 2 to 3 tablespoons, as needed
  • 6 tablespoons (85 g) soft butter, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 cup (100 g) almond flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon pure almond extract (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups fresh cranberries, rinsed and patted dry
  • Zest from 1 orange
  • 1/4 cup sugar for cranberries
  • A handful of sliced almonds

Instructions

  1. Make the crust: In a food processor, pulse together almond flour, gluten-free blend, sugar, and salt. Add cold butter and pulse until sandy. Mix in egg and enough ice water until dough clumps. Press into a 9-inch tart pan and chill for 20 minutes.
  2. Par-bake the crust: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prick the crust with a fork and bake for 12 to 15 minutes until just set and lightly golden. Let cool for 10 minutes.
  3. Mix the frangipane: Beat soft butter and sugar until light, then add eggs one at a time, followed by almond flour, vanilla, and almond extract.
  4. Prep the cranberries: Toss cranberries with orange zest and sugar.
  5. Assemble: Spread frangipane into the warm crust, scatter cranberries on top, and sprinkle sliced almonds.
  6. Bake: Bake at 350°F for 25 to 30 minutes until filling is puffed and golden. Let cool for at least 20 minutes before slicing.
  7. Finish: Dust with powdered sugar if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Notes

For a caramel note, use coconut sugar in the filling. Use frozen cranberries after thawing and drying. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze wrapped slices for a month.

  • Author: Caleb Finch
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free