Gluten-Free Cherry Bakewell

Indulge in the timeless charm of a classic dessert with this irresistible Gluten-Free Cherry Bakewell, reimagined for those with dietary restrictions. Featuring a luscious layer of sweet cherry jam nestled beneath a light and nutty almond frangipane, all enveloped in a buttery gluten-free shortcrust pastry, this tart is a symphony of flavors and textures. Topped with golden flakes of almond for a hint of crunch, it's perfect for a cozy tea time treat or an elegant dessert centerpiece. With easy-to-follow steps and a baking time of just 45 minutes, this recipe brings traditional British baking to your kitchen with a gluten-free twist. Whether served warm or chilled, this bakewell tart is sure to delight everyone at the table!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 200 g Gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 100 g Ground almonds
• 175 g Unsalted butter
• 100 g Caster sugar
• 0.25 tsp Salt
• 3 None Large eggs
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract
• 0.5 tsp Almond extract
• 150 g Cherry jam
• 30 g Flaked almonds
• 1 None Gluten-free section of a store-bought shortcrust pastry or homemade

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F/Gas Mark 4).

Step 2

Roll out the gluten-free shortcrust pastry on a lightly floured surface to fit a 9-inch tart pan.

Step 3

Gently lift the pastry and line it in the tart pan. Trim the edges and prick the base with a fork.

Step 4

Line the pastry with baking parchment and fill with baking beans. Bake blind for 10 minutes, then remove the beans and parchment and bake for another 5 minutes until golden.

Step 5

While the pastry is baking, cream together 100g of caster sugar, 175g of unsalted butter, and 0.25 tsp of salt using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.

Step 6

Add the 3 large eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Step 7

Stir in 1 tsp of vanilla extract and 0.5 tsp of almond extract.

Step 8

Fold in 100g of ground almonds and 200g of gluten-free all-purpose flour until well combined.

Step 9

Spread 150g of cherry jam evenly over the base of the pastry.

Step 10

Carefully spoon the almond mixture over the jam and spread evenly with a spatula.

Step 11

Sprinkle 30g of flaked almonds over the top.

Step 12

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the filling is set and golden brown.

Step 13

Allow to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Step 14

Serve warm or cold, with a dusting of powdered sugar if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	862.8 grams (862.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3882

Total Fat 231.90g	297%
Saturated Fat 99.30g	497%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 574mg	191%
Sodium 841mg	37%
Total Carbohydrate 443.30g	161%
Dietary Fiber 22.60g	81%
Total Sugars 205.40g
Protein 42.90g	86%

Vitamin D 40IU	200%
Calcium 443mg	34%
Iron 8mg	43%
Potassium 1062mg	23%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.8%

Protein: 4.3%

Carbs: 44.0%