Reasons to choose bakewell tart
This Bakewell tart recipe uses a buttery pastry and a rich almond filling that creates a wonderful texture. The combination of sweet jam and nutty frangipane is a timeless flavour profile that many people enjoy. It is a reliable recipe for any baker who wants an impressive dessert for guests. You can easily adapt the jam to your favourite fruit flavour like raspberry or cherry.
Follow these 4 steps for bakewell tart
Prepare base: Roll out the pastry and line a tart tin with it. Chill the tin in the fridge for 30 minutes to prevent shrinking during baking. Prick the bottom with a fork and spread the jam evenly over the pastry base.
Make filling: Cream the softened butter and caster sugar together in a bowl until the mixture is light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time and then add the almond extract. Fold in the ground almonds gently until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Assemble tart: Spread the almond mixture over the jam layer using a spoon or spatula to level the top. Sprinkle the flaked almonds over the surface to give the Bakewell tart a crunchy finish. Make sure the filling reaches the edges of the pastry.
Bake tart: Place the tin in a preheated oven at 180C and bake for 35 minutes until the top is golden brown. The filling should feel firm to the touch when it is ready. Let the tart cool in the tin before slicing and serving.
Important tips for bakewell tart
To get a crisp base on your Bakewell tart, you can blind bake the pastry for 10 minutes before adding the jam. This prevents the bottom from becoming soggy when you add the moist almond filling. If the crust starts to brown too quickly in the oven, cover the edges with a bit of foil. Always use high quality jam for the best flavour as it stands out against the almonds. Let the tart rest for at least 20 minutes before you try to cut it. This helps the frangipane set so the slices look neat and professional.
You can serve the finished tart with a dollop of clotted cream or a drizzle of warm custard for a more indulgent dessert.
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cauliflower cheese,
banoffee pie or
pitta bread with beef.
