Strawberry Almond Tart

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Servings: 4 cups Difficulty: Advanced
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A delicate pastry shell filled with rich almond cream and fresh strawberries.
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Strawberry Almond Tart

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4 cups Calories: 560

Description

This elegant Strawberry Almond Tart combines a buttery, tender shortbread crust with a dense, fragrant almond filling and bright, fresh strawberries. The contrast between the crisp pastry, the moist marzipan-like center, and the juicy fruit creates a sophisticated dessert that is both visually stunning and delicious. It is an ideal treat for spring gatherings, brunches, or as a special finish to a romantic dinner. While it requires a bit of attention to assemble, the ingredients are common pantry staples, making it an accessible yet impressive project for home bakers looking to elevate their dessert game without complex techniques.

Directions

  1. Prepare the dough by beating the stick of unsalted butter and 1/4 cup sugar with the paddle attachment on medium speed until very soft and light.
  2. Beat in the vanilla extract and the single egg yolk, continuing to beat until the mixture is smooth and shiny, about 3 minutes.
  3. Stop the mixer, sift the cake flour, and add it to the butter mixture.
  4. Pulse the mixer on and off briefly to incorporate the flour without overworking the dough.
  5. Scrape the dough onto a piece of plastic wrap, wrap tightly, and chill in the refrigerator until firm.
  6. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (177°C).
  7. Prepare the almond filling by combining the almond paste, 1/4 cup sugar, the second egg yolk, and lemon zest; beat by machine until smooth.
  8. Beat in the 1/2 stick of soft butter, scraping down the bowl and beaters, then beat in the whole egg until the mixture is light.
  9. Stir in the 3 tablespoons of flour until just combined.
  10. Roll the chilled cookie dough on a floured surface and use it to line a 9 to 10-inch tart pan.
  11. Arrange the sliced strawberries evenly on the bottom of the crust.
  12. Top the berries with the almond filling, spreading it evenly with a metal spatula.
  13. Sprinkle the sliced almonds evenly over the top of the filling.
  14. Bake the tart at 350 degrees for about 25 minutes, until the dough is baked through and the filling is set.
  15. Cool the tart in the pan, then unmold and dust generously with confectioners' sugar.
  16. Decorate with a few whole strawberries before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 cups

Amount Per Serving
Calories 560kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 24g37%
Saturated Fat 14g70%
Cholesterol 189mg63%
Sodium 8mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 76g26%
Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Sugars 16g
Protein 8g16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: almond, tart, strawberry, pastry, dessert, baking, almond paste, fruit tart, spring dessert, shortbread, confectioners sugar, elegant, brunch, vegetarian
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