ALMOND TART (TARTA DE ALMENDRAS)

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Provided by Teresa Barrenechea

Categories     Nut     Dessert     Bake     Wedding     Fall     Potluck     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup sugar
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1/2 pound shelled almonds (see note below)
3 large eggs
4 large egg yolks
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
pinch of salt
Sweet Basque Cream
confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly butter a 10-inch pie plate.
  • In a blender, blend the sugar and lemon zest until they are well mixed. Add the almonds, and blend again until the almonds are ground fine. Add the eggs, egg yolks, and butter, and blend until all the contents are well mixed. Transfer the mixture to a bowl.
  • Add the flour, baking powder, and salt, and stir with a spatula or wooden spoon until the dry ingredients are incorporated. Scrape the batter into the pan, and smooth the top. Bake the tart on the center rack of the oven for about 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean but the tart is still moist. Let it cool on a wire rack.
  • Spoon Sweet Basque Cream onto each plate, and set a tart wedge on top. Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar, and serve.
  • Note: Almonds, easy to find in any supermarket, are most commonly sold raw or blanched. Buy raw almonds, if possible. Because you will be grinding the nuts, it doesn't matter whether they're whole or sliced when you buy them.

jannatul maya
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Overall, I thought this tart was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't great either. I probably won't make it again.


Nic Lucero
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The filling is a bit too runny for my taste. I think it would be better if it was cooked for a little longer.


redwalrus11
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I'm not a fan of the texture of the crust. I think it would be better if it was made with a different type of flour.


G jl
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This tart is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it. The ingredients are high-quality and the results are amazing.


Taylor Martin
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I love the presentation of this tart. It's so elegant and beautiful. It would be perfect for a special occasion.


MD Sagor Khan Khan
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I'm not a baker, but I was able to make this tart without any problems. The instructions are very clear and easy to follow.


Danielle Ferguson
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This tart is a bit sweet for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think it would be perfect served with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream.


Jason Molah
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I made this tart for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


David Ekanem
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This tart is so easy to make! I was able to put it together in just a few minutes. It's a great recipe for busy weeknights.


Maj.editzzz
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I love that this recipe uses almond flour instead of regular flour. It makes the tart gluten-free and gives it a nice nutty flavor.


Abiodun Ayokunle
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This tart is a great way to use up leftover egg whites. I always have a few egg whites left over from making other recipes, and this is a great way to use them up.


Rafhan magar
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I'm not a huge fan of almond desserts, but this tart was surprisingly good. The crust was perfect and the filling was rich and creamy.


julia ulloa
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I made this tart for my family and they loved it! The crust was so flaky and the filling was creamy and flavorful.


Mujulizi Rogers
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This tart is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a beautiful and delicious dessert that's perfect for any occasion.


alaau ali
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I love the combination of almonds and fruit in this tart. I used fresh peaches, but I think any type of fruit would be good.


I Am Hippo
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I've made this almond tart several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The recipe is easy to follow, and the results are always delicious.


Salman Gill
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This almond tart was a hit at my dinner party! The crust was flaky and buttery, and the filling was rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.