Description
Pumpkin Frangipane Tart is an elegant fall dessert that combines a buttery pastry crust, creamy pumpkin filling, and rich almond frangipane layer. This French-inspired tart features warm seasonal spices and a delicate nutty flavor, making it perfect for Thanksgiving, holiday gatherings, or a cozy autumn treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 refrigerated or homemade tart crust: provides a buttery, flaky base for the dessert
- 1 cup pumpkin puree: adds creamy texture and classic pumpkin flavor
- 1 cup almond flour: creates the nutty frangipane layer
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened: adds richness and smoothness to the almond cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar: sweetens and balances the pumpkin flavor
- 2 large eggs: bind the filling and help it set
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract: enhances the overall flavor
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice: adds warm cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger notes
- 1/4 teaspoon salt: balances sweetness and enhances flavor
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar: optional garnish for serving
- 2 tablespoons sliced almonds: optional topping for extra crunch
Instructions
- Prepare the tart crust by fitting it into a tart pan and chilling it before baking to help maintain its shape.
- Blind bake the crust with parchment paper and baking weights until lightly golden to create a crisp base.
- Make the frangipane filling by mixing softened butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and almond flour until smooth and creamy.
- Prepare the pumpkin filling by combining pumpkin puree, eggs, sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and salt until well blended.
- Spread the almond frangipane evenly over the cooled crust, then add the pumpkin mixture on top and smooth the surface.
- Bake the tart until the filling is set and the top is lightly golden, checking that the center is firm but slightly soft.
- Cool the Pumpkin Frangipane Tart completely before slicing and garnish with powdered sugar or sliced almonds if desired.
Notes
- Use room-temperature ingredients for a smoother frangipane filling.
- Do not overwork the pastry dough to keep the crust tender and flaky.
- Allow the tart to cool completely before slicing for cleaner pieces.
- The tart can be prepared a day ahead and stored covered in the refrigerator.
- Homemade pumpkin puree can be used, but remove excess moisture before adding it to the filling.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg