Description
This Sour Cherry Frangipane Tart is a delightful French dessert featuring a buttery almond-flavored frangipane filling nestled in a crisp pre-baked tart shell and topped with juicy sour cherries. Perfectly baked to a golden finish, this tart balances nutty richness with tart fruitiness for a sophisticated treat that can be enjoyed on its own or with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients
Scale
Tart Shell
- 1 9-inch tart shell (homemade or store-bought, pre-baked)
Frangipane Filling
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
Topping
- 1 1/2 cups sour cherries (fresh or frozen, pitted and drained)
- 1 tablespoon turbinado sugar (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the tart.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, use a mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, incorporating air for a tender texture.
- Add Eggs and Flavorings: Beat in the eggs one at a time to fully combine each before adding the next, then mix in the almond extract and salt for flavor enhancement.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Stir the almond flour and all-purpose flour into the wet mixture until fully blended into a smooth frangipane filling.
- Fill Tart Shell: Spread the prepared almond filling evenly inside the pre-baked tart shell, ensuring a uniform layer.
- Add Cherries: Gently press the pitted sour cherries into the surface of the frangipane filling in a single layer for an even fruit topping.
- Optional Sugar Topping: Sprinkle the turbinado sugar on top of the cherries if you desire a slight crunchy sweetness.
- Bake Tart: Place the tart in the oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the frangipane is golden brown and set in the center, indicating it is fully cooked.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the tart from the oven and allow it to cool completely before slicing to ensure clean cuts and optimal texture. Serve as is or with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Notes
- If using frozen cherries, thaw and drain well to prevent excess moisture from making the tart soggy.
- This tart can be prepared a day in advance and stored at room temperature, making it convenient for entertaining.
- For added indulgence, serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
