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Nectarine Frangipane Tart – Best French Almond Fruit Tart

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Nectarine Frangipane Tart is a classic French-inspired dessert featuring a buttery tart shell filled with rich almond frangipane and topped with fresh nectarines. This elegant tart offers the perfect balance of crisp pastry, creamy almond filling, and juicy fruit.

Ingredients

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  • 1 prepared 9-inch sweet tart shell
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 4 to 5 ripe nectarines, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons apricot preserves
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • Powdered sugar for garnish (optional)
  • Sliced almonds for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Place the tart shell into a tart pan if needed.
  3. Beat butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition.
  5. Mix in almond flour, all-purpose flour, vanilla extract, and almond extract.
  6. Spread the frangipane evenly into the tart shell.
  7. Arrange nectarine slices decoratively over the filling.
  8. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until golden brown and set.
  9. Heat apricot preserves and water until smooth.
  10. Brush glaze over the warm tart.
  11. Allow tart to cool completely.
  12. Dust with powdered sugar and garnish with sliced almonds if desired.
  13. Slice and serve.

Notes

  • Use ripe but firm nectarines for the best texture.
  • No need to peel nectarines before slicing.
  • Chill tart dough before baking for a flakier crust.
  • Use high-quality almond flour for superior flavor.
  • A removable-bottom tart pan makes serving easier.
  • Do not overmix the frangipane filling.
  • Allow tart to cool before slicing.
  • Apricot glaze adds shine and professional appearance.
  • Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
  • Store refrigerated for up to 4 days.
  • Freeze for up to 2 months.
  • Peaches, plums, apricots, or pears can replace nectarines.
  • Perfect for brunches, tea parties, holidays, and special occasions.

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