French · serves 2

Plum and Almond Tart

Almond paste on puff pastry, plums fanned over. Twenty minutes of assembly.

50 min Some work Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 320g puff pastry
  • 100g ground almonds
  • 1 tsp almond extract
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 8 plums, sliced
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • Toasted flaked almonds

Method

  1. Roll the pastry between baking paper into a 35x23cm rectangle.
  2. Score a 2.5cm border and crosshatch the middle, not cutting through. The crosshatching stops the centre puffing up under the fruit.
  3. Mix the almonds, extract, milk and honey to a smooth paste and spread it inside the border.
  4. Plum slices layered over, keeping a few back.
  5. Brown sugar scattered over.
  6. 190°C for 30-35 minutes until the pastry is deep golden.
  7. Flaked almonds on top.

Questions people ask about Plum and Almond Tart

How long does Plum and Almond Tart take?

About 50 minutes from starting to sitting down, and it is a bit of work. A good part of that is unattended, so you can get on with something else once it is going.

Can I make Plum and Almond Tart ahead of time?

You can prepare it a few hours ahead and reheat gently. It keeps two days in the fridge, though it is best on the day.

Is Plum and Almond Tart vegetarian?

Yes, it is vegetarian. It is not vegan as written because it contains dairy; swap the dairy for a plant alternative and the rest of the method is unchanged.

Do I need an oven for Plum and Almond Tart?

Yes, this one needs an oven. If you do not have one, look at the no-oven filter on the baking page: eleven of the bakes here are built for a cooker, a pan or the fridge.

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