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frangipane tartlet on a small white plate

Frangipane Tartlets

Author Erin Dooner
Course Dessert
Cuisine French
Servings 8
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 44 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
These French tartlets have a buttery, crisp crust and a sweet almond filling that’s incredibly moist and rich, yet light enough to enjoy even after a big meal. They can be made traditionally or gluten-free.

Ingredients

For the crust:

  • 1 1/4 cups (150 grams) flour see notes
  • 1/4 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (113 grams) cold unsalted butter cut into 1/2" cubes
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1-2 tablespoons milk of choice

For the filling:

  • 5 tablespoons (70 grams) unsalted butter cut into chunks
  • 2/3 cup (133 grams) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 large eggs 50 grams each, out of shell
  • 1 cup (100 grams) finely ground blanched almond flour
  • 1/4 cup (20 grams) sliced almonds

Instructions

To make the crust:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
    1 1/4 cups (150 grams) flour, 1/4 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
    1/2 cup (113 grams) cold unsalted butter
  • In a separate small bowl, whisk the egg yolk, vanilla, and just 1 tablespoon (ignore the amount below - it's a technical issue I can't fix) of milk. Stir this into the dry ingredients.
    1 large egg yolk, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1-2 tablespoons milk of choice
  • Use your hands to gently bring the dough together. The dough should be crumbly but cohesive when squeezed. It won’t form a ball or a loose ball like with pie dough. Add a little more milk, if needed.
  • I placed a piece of plastic wrap in a mixing bowl and then dumped the dough into it and wrapped it up into a very loose, crumbly disc.
  • Chill for 1 hour or up to 3 days.
  • Grease 4 mini ( 4.75" or 12 cm) tart pans with removable bottoms.
  • Take a fourth of the dough crumbles (I used 91 grams, but I used the extra tablespoon of milk - if you follow the recipe exactly, you can use 88 grams) and place in the pan.
  • Press up the sides and evenly over the bottom of the pan. Do the same with the other 3 tart pans.
  • Place in the fridge for at least 30 minutes or cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
  • Towards the end of the chill time, preheat the oven to 375 °F (190 °C) and place a baking sheet large enough to fit all 4 tartlets in the lower third of your oven.
  • After 30 minutes of chilling, place the tartlets directly onto the hot baking sheet and bake for 18-22 minutes, rotating halfway through if you notice them browning too quickly in certain areas, until the sides are nicely browned and the bottom has browned a bit.
  • Remove the baking sheet and tartlets from the oven and place them on a wire rack to cool for at least 15 minutes while you prepare the filling. After about 10 minutes, the crusts should be cooled enough for you to remove them from the baking sheet and place them on the cooling rack. Put the baking sheet back in the oven. Once baked, store the tart shells in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. They also freeze well for up to 3 months.

Prepare the filling:

  • Turn the heat to 350 °F (175 °C).
  • In a large microwave-safe mixing bowl, melt the butter at 50% in 10-15 second bursts until it’s melted.
    5 tablespoons (70 grams) unsalted butter
  • Stir in the sugar, vanilla and almond extract and salt until combined.
    2/3 cup (133 grams) granulated sugar, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/4 teaspoon almond extract, 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • Stir in the eggs until well combined, and then add the almond flour.
    2 large eggs, 1 cup (100 grams) finely ground blanched almond flour
  • Pour 91 grams of filling into each partially cooled tart shell, smooth with an offset spatula and top with a tablespoon (5 grams) of sliced almonds.
    1/4 cup (20 grams) sliced almonds
  • Bake for 25-28 minutes (I did 27) or until golden brown and no longer jiggly when the pan is tapped.
  • Place the baking sheet with the tartlets on a cooling rack. After about 10-15 minutes of cooling, they should be cool enough to remove from the baking sheet and place directly on the cooling rack.
  • I was able to easily remove them from the tart shell after 16 minutes but to be safe, I recommend waiting at least 30 minutes. I took another out 50 minutes after baking, and it was so sturdy that I could hold it with my hand.
  • Let cool completely, about 1 to 1 1/2 hours. If you're eating them the same day or the next day, you can store them in an airtight container at room temperature for about 1 day. Just make sure they're in a cool, dry place, not near a warm oven or in a humid spot. You can also refrigerate for up to 5 days. They also freeze well for up to 3 months.

Notes

  • For the flour, you can use 1 1/4 cups (150 grams) all-purpose flour or  King Arthur Flour Gluten-free Measure for Measure Flour for a gluten-free version.
  • Crust adapted from King Arthur Flour.
  • The nutrition information provided is calculated as a courtesy and is only an estimate. I am not a licensed nutritionist or dietitian. For the most accurate nutritional data, consult a professional or use your preferred calculator. 

Nutrition

Calories: 445kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 8gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 115mgSodium: 330mgPotassium: 67mgFiber: 2gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 665IUCalcium: 57mgIron: 2mgNet Carbs: 40
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