Elegant Pear & Frangipane Tart
The Elegant Pear & Frangipane Tart is a masterpiece of simplicity and sophistication, ready in just 45 minutes.
With a prep time of 15 minutes and a bake time of 30, this tart is a stress-free way to elevate any occasion.
Ingredients
Homemade pie crust (or store-bought)
- 1 recipe Homemade pie crust (or store-bought)
Frangipane and Egg Mixture
- 3/4 cup frangipane 6oz/170g
- 1 large egg
Poached Pears
- 3 poached pears halved and cored
Optional Glaze
- 1 tablespoon apricot jam heated and strained (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Roll out and line the pie crust into a 9-inch (23cm) tart pan with a removable bottom.
- Prick the dough all over with a fork, line with parchment and pie weights (beans/rice), and bake for 15 minutes.
- Lower the heat to 350°F (180°C) and bake for another 15 minutes.
- Remove the pie weights and let cool for 10 minutes.
- Whisk the frangipane with the egg and evenly spread it in the bottom of the baked tart shell.
- Slice the poached pear halves crosswise into thin slices and arrange on top of the frangipane, narrow ends pointing towards the center. Press down slightly onto the pears.
- Bake until the filling is set, about 50-60 minutes.
- Let the tart cool for 10 minutes, then brush with the strained apricot jam for shine (optional).
- Let cool completely before serving. Store any leftovers at room temperature, loosely covered, for up to 2 days.
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