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Cranberry Frangipane Tart

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Made this elegant cranberry tart and it's incredible! Takes about 90 minutes start to finish. The almond crust gives perfect crunch while the frangipane filling is silky smooth. Fresh cranberries on top add beautiful color and tartness. Great for gluten-free guests but everyone loves it. Let it cool a bit before serving. The leftovers are amazing with morning coffee. Such a perfect holiday dessert that looks really impressive.
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Updated on Thu, 09 Jan 2025 17:11:08 GMT
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My cranberry frangipane tart brings holiday magic every slice. Sweet almond cream tart berries gluten free crust create perfect festive dessert.

Beautiful Blend

Bright cranberries rich almond filling crisp crust make stunning treat. Soft creamy tangy textures taste good look amazing.

Perfect Mix

  • Almonds: Roasted salted makes rich crust.
  • Flour: Almond base soft nutty taste.
  • Sugar: Sweet balance filling crust.
  • Butter: Melted soft binds flavors.
  • Eggs: Makes custard filling puff.
  • Cranberries: Fresh tart bright color.
  • Flavors: Almond vanilla lemon lift.
  • Salt: Makes everything sing.
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Easy Steps

Crust
Mix nuts flour butter press pan bake ten.
Filling
Beat almond sugar butter eggs creamy smooth.
Build
Spread filling warm crust top berries press.
Bake
Golden forty minutes cool slice serve.

Perfect Results

Use room temp ingredients press crust firm even. Sprinkle sugar berries makes sparkle crunch.

Mix It Up

Try raspberries blueberries different nuts yours. Orange zest makes citrus twist special touch.

Plan Ahead

Make crust fill day early store cold separate. Keeps room temp day fridge three warm before serve.

Why Love It

Show stopping gluten free dessert bursts flavor. Perfect balance tart sweet creamy makes magic.

Serve Right

Warm slice vanilla ice cream whipped cream side. Dust powdered sugar pretty finish special touch.

Quick Fixes

Crust crumbles add butter works right. Filling too thick splash milk smooth perfect spread.

Season Perfect

Fresh cranberries fall winter taste best. Makes stunning holiday table centerpiece dessert.

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Tools Need

Tart pan removable bottom makes serving easy. Food processor crust smooth mixer filling best.

Guest Ready

Perfect parties fancy simple makes wow looks. Great make ahead less stress hosting time.

Fresh Tips

Check cranberries firm bright use best. Nuts fresh roasted brings deep flavor tart.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes, you can assemble the tart up to 1 day ahead and refrigerate before baking. Bring to room temperature before baking.
→ Why not use dried cranberries?
Fresh or frozen cranberries provide needed tartness to balance the sweet almond filling. Dried cranberries would make it too sweet.
→ Can I use a regular pie dish?
Yes, though slices may not be as neat. Pack the crust in tightly to help with serving.
→ Can I freeze this tart?
Not recommended for whole tarts as cranberries separate from filling when thawed, but leftover slices can be frozen up to 3 months.
→ Can I use different fruits?
Yes, blueberries or raspberries work well as alternatives to cranberries.

Cranberry Frangipane Tart

A sophisticated dessert combining buttery almond frangipane filling with tart cranberries in a gluten-free almond crust.

Prep Time
25 Minutes
Cook Time
38 Minutes
Total Time
63 Minutes
By: Mina

Category: Desserts

Difficulty: Difficult

Cuisine: French

Yield: 10 Servings (1 9-inch tart)

Dietary: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free

Ingredients

01 1 cup whole almonds (preferably roasted salted).
02 1 cup almond flour.
03 2 tablespoons granulated sugar.
04 ⅛ teaspoon salt.
05 ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted.
06 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened.
07 ½ cup granulated sugar.
08 2 large eggs, room temperature.
09 1⅓ cups almond flour.
10 ⅛ teaspoon salt.
11 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
12 ½ teaspoon almond extract.
13 1 teaspoon lemon juice.
14 ½ teaspoon lemon zest.
15 1¼ cups fresh cranberries.

Instructions

Step 01

Heat oven to 350°F. Process almonds, almond flour, sugar, salt until fine.

Step 02

Add melted butter to processed mixture. Press into 9-inch tart pan. Bake 10 minutes.

Step 03

Beat butter and sugar until creamy. Add eggs, then mix in almond flour, salt, extracts, lemon juice and zest.

Step 04

Spread filling in warm crust. Top with cranberries, pressing lightly into filling.

Step 05

Bake 38-40 minutes until edges brown and cranberries are juicy. Tent with foil if browning too quickly.

Step 06

Cool at least 20 minutes before removing pan rim. Serve warm or room temperature.

Notes

  1. Can be assembled 1 day ahead.
  2. Use fresh or frozen cranberries, not dried.
  3. Lemon adds essential balance to flavors.

Tools You'll Need

  • Food processor.
  • 9-inch tart pan.
  • Electric mixer.
  • Offset spatula.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Tree nuts (almonds).
  • Eggs.
  • Dairy (butter).

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 350
  • Total Fat: 28 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 25 g
  • Protein: 8 g