Raspberry Almond Tart

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The Raspberry Almond Tart is a delightful French-inspired dessert featuring a buttery almond crust, a sweet raspberry jam filling, and toasted almond slices on top. With a perfect balance of tartness from the raspberries and the nutty richness of almonds, this tart is a showstopper for any occasion.

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Yields10 Servings
Prep Time30 minsCook Time30 minsTotal Time1 hr 30 mins
For the Almond Crust
 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
 ½ cup almond flour (finely ground almonds)
  cup granulated sugar
 ½ tsp salt
 ½ cup unsalted butter (cold, cut into cubes)
 1 egg yolk
 1 tbsp cold water
 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Filling
 ½ cup raspberry jam
 1 cup fresh raspberries (for extra texture)
 ½ tsp almond extract (optional, for a stronger almond flavor)
For the Almond Topping
 ½ cup sliced almonds
 2 tbsp powdered sugar (for dusting)
Make the Almond Crust
1
  • Prepare the Dough:
    • In a food processor, combine all-purpose flour, almond flour, sugar, and salt.
    • Add cold butter cubes and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Bind the Dough:
    • Add egg yolk, vanilla extract, and cold water.
    • Pulse until the dough just starts to come together (do not overmix).
  • Chill the Dough:
    • Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Pre-Bake the Tart Crust
2
  • Preheat the Oven:
    • Set the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Roll Out the Dough:
    • On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough into a 10-inch circle.
    • Carefully transfer to a 9-inch tart pan, pressing it evenly into the edges.
  • Blind Bake:
    • Prick the crust with a fork, place parchment paper on top, and fill with pie weights or dried beans.
    • Bake for 12-15 minutes, then remove the weights and bake for another 5 minutes until lightly golden.
    • Let cool slightly.
Assemble the Tart
3
  • Spread the Filling:
    • Spread raspberry jam evenly over the pre-baked crust.
    • Add fresh raspberries for extra texture.
  • Add the Almond Topping:
    • Sprinkle sliced almonds over the top.
Bake the Tart
4

  • Bake Until Golden:
    • Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes, until the almonds are lightly toasted.
  • Cool Completely:
    • Let the tart cool in the pan before removing.

Garnish and Serve
5
  • Dust with Powdered Sugar:
    • Lightly sprinkle with powdered sugar for an elegant finish.
  • Slice and Enjoy:
    • Serve at room temperature with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Pro Tips
6
  • For a Crisper Crust: Brush the tart crust with beaten egg white before adding the filling.
  • Make It Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free all-purpose flour in place of regular flour.
  • Enhance the Flavor: Add a splash of Grand Marnier or orange zest for extra depth.

 

Ingredients

For the Almond Crust
 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
 ½ cup almond flour (finely ground almonds)
  cup granulated sugar
 ½ tsp salt
 ½ cup unsalted butter (cold, cut into cubes)
 1 egg yolk
 1 tbsp cold water
 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Filling
 ½ cup raspberry jam
 1 cup fresh raspberries (for extra texture)
 ½ tsp almond extract (optional, for a stronger almond flavor)
For the Almond Topping
 ½ cup sliced almonds
 2 tbsp powdered sugar (for dusting)

Directions

Make the Almond Crust
1
  • Prepare the Dough:
    • In a food processor, combine all-purpose flour, almond flour, sugar, and salt.
    • Add cold butter cubes and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Bind the Dough:
    • Add egg yolk, vanilla extract, and cold water.
    • Pulse until the dough just starts to come together (do not overmix).
  • Chill the Dough:
    • Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Pre-Bake the Tart Crust
2
  • Preheat the Oven:
    • Set the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Roll Out the Dough:
    • On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough into a 10-inch circle.
    • Carefully transfer to a 9-inch tart pan, pressing it evenly into the edges.
  • Blind Bake:
    • Prick the crust with a fork, place parchment paper on top, and fill with pie weights or dried beans.
    • Bake for 12-15 minutes, then remove the weights and bake for another 5 minutes until lightly golden.
    • Let cool slightly.
Assemble the Tart
3
  • Spread the Filling:
    • Spread raspberry jam evenly over the pre-baked crust.
    • Add fresh raspberries for extra texture.
  • Add the Almond Topping:
    • Sprinkle sliced almonds over the top.
Bake the Tart
4

  • Bake Until Golden:
    • Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes, until the almonds are lightly toasted.
  • Cool Completely:
    • Let the tart cool in the pan before removing.

Garnish and Serve
5
  • Dust with Powdered Sugar:
    • Lightly sprinkle with powdered sugar for an elegant finish.
  • Slice and Enjoy:
    • Serve at room temperature with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Pro Tips
6
  • For a Crisper Crust: Brush the tart crust with beaten egg white before adding the filling.
  • Make It Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free all-purpose flour in place of regular flour.
  • Enhance the Flavor: Add a splash of Grand Marnier or orange zest for extra depth.

Notes

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