Mini Frangipan Delights

Indulge in the buttery, nutty charm of Mini Frangipane Delights – perfect bite-sized treats that combine crisp homemade pastry with a rich almond filling. This recipe features a golden shortcrust base, filled with a luscious frangipane mixture of ground almonds, soft butter, and a hint of vanilla, all crowned with a layer of glossy apricot jam and a sprinkle of flaked almonds. Baked to perfection in just 20 minutes, these elegant tarts are ideal for afternoon tea, festive gatherings, or as a luxurious make-ahead dessert. With a balance of textures and flavors, these mini treats are as delightful to look at as they are to eat. Plus, they store beautifully, making them a versatile addition to your baking repertoire. Keywords: mini frangipane tarts, almond filling, homemade pastry, easy bake dessert, tea-time treats.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 100 grams Unsalted butter (softened)
• 100 grams Caster sugar
• 100 grams Ground almonds
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 150 grams Plain flour
• 75 grams Chilled unsalted butter (cubed)
• 50 grams Icing sugar
• 2 tablespoons Cold water
• 3 tablespoons Apricot jam
• 25 grams Flaked almonds

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and lightly grease a 12-hole tart tin.

Step 2

To make the pastry, combine the plain flour and chilled butter in a bowl. Rub the butter into the flour with your fingertips until it resembles fine breadcrumbs.

Step 3

Mix in the icing sugar, then add the cold water one tablespoon at a time. Use a butter knife to bring the dough together, then transfer it to a lightly floured surface and knead gently until smooth.

Step 4

Wrap the pastry in cling film and chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.

Step 5

While the pastry chills, prepare the frangipane filling. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and caster sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 6

Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the ground almonds and vanilla extract. Set aside.

Step 7

Roll out the chilled pastry on a floured surface to about 3mm thick. Use a round cutter (approximately 8cm in diameter) to cut out 12 circles. Gently press each circle into the tart tin holes.

Step 8

Spread a thin layer of apricot jam at the bottom of each pastry case.

Step 9

Spoon the frangipane mixture into the pastry cases, filling them just below the edge of the pastry.

Step 10

Sprinkle the top of each tart with a few flaked almonds.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the filling is set and the tops are golden brown.

Step 12

Let the tarts cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 13

Serve the Mini Frangipane Delights as a treat with tea or coffee, or store them in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	793.8 grams (793.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3419

Total Fat 215.60g	276%
Saturated Fat 98.50g	493%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 756mg	252%
Sodium 168mg	7%
Total Carbohydrate 331.70g	121%
Dietary Fiber 19.70g	70%
Total Sugars 194.70g
Protein 56.00g	112%

Vitamin D 180IU	898%
Calcium 454mg	35%
Iron 14mg	76%
Potassium 1232mg	26%

*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: 55.6%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 38.0%