Franconian Plum And Almond Tart
This Franconian Plum and Almond Tart is a delightful dessert that perfectly captures the flavors of the Franconian region in Germany. The combination of sweet plums and crunchy almonds creates a delicious treat that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup cold water
- 1/2 cup almond meal
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 6-8 plums, pitted and sliced
- 2 tablespoons sliced almonds
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, 1/2 cup sugar, cold butter, and salt. Use a pastry cutter or your hands to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add the cold water and mix until the dough comes together. Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface and transfer it to a tart pan. Trim any excess dough from the edges.
- In a small bowl, mix together the almond meal, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter. Spread this mixture evenly over the tart crust.
- Arrange the plum slices on top of the almond mixture. Sprinkle the sliced almonds over the plums.
- Bake the tart for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the plums are tender.
- Allow the tart to cool before serving. Enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 40 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Protein
- 4g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Tart pan Pastry cutter Rolling pin Mixing bowls
Tools
Oven Baking sheet
Serving suggestions
Serve the Franconian Plum and Almond Tart with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra special treat.
Tips & tricks
For a beautiful presentation, arrange the plum slices in a circular pattern on top of the tart before baking.
Cost
$10