Description
A sweet and elegant tart featuring a buttery almond crust, apricot jam, and a nutty almond filling, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 cup apricot jam
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Sliced almonds for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine flour, butter, powdered sugar, and salt in a bowl and mix until crumbly.
- Add egg yolk and almond extract to the mixture, mixing until well combined, then press into a tart pan.
- Bake for 15 minutes to set the crust.
- Spread apricot jam evenly over the warm crust.
- Whisk together almond flour, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl.
- Pour the almond mixture over the apricot jam layer and top with sliced almonds.
- Return the tart to the oven and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes until golden.
- Let the tart cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
For a lovely presentation, dust with powdered sugar or serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.