Description
A classic French almond plum tart featuring a buttery crust filled with rich almond cream and topped with juicy baked plums. Elegant yet simple, it’s perfect for dessert or afternoon tea.
Ingredients
- 1 unbaked tart crust
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup almond flour
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4–5 ripe plums, sliced
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla.
- Fold in almond flour, all-purpose flour, and salt until smooth.
- Spread the almond filling evenly into the prepared tart crust.
- Arrange sliced plums on top in a decorative pattern.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes or until the filling is set and lightly golden.
- Cool completely before dusting with powdered sugar and serving.
Notes
- You can substitute plums with apricots, peaches, or cherries.
- Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for added richness.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Ensure the tart is fully cooled before slicing for clean cuts.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
