English Apricot and Almond Bake

A frangipane-filled tart featuring buttery shortcrust pastry, sweet ground almonds, and fresh apricot quarters baked until golden brown.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 524.6 kcals 5245.5 kcals
Carbohydrates 59 grams 589.6 grams
Fat 28.5 grams 285.2 grams
Protein 7.8 grams 78.4 grams
Cook Time
35 mins
Produces
10 pieces
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
375
g
0.5
tsp
CondimentsSauces
150
g
Apricot Jam
warmed until melted
Dairy
200
g
Butter
softened, plus extra for greasing
3
piece
Eggs
free-range
Fruits
8
piece
Apricots
stones removed, cut into quarters
GrainsCereals
200
g
Plain Flour
plus extra for dusting
NutsSeeds

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 170°C and grease a 30x23cm cake tin with butter and baking paper.
  • Roll out the pastry on a floured surface to 0.5cm thickness.
  • Line the tin with pastry, trim the edges, and chill in the fridge.
  • Beat the butter and sugar in a bowl for 5 minutes until fluffy.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Fold in the flour, ground almonds, and baking powder.
  • Brush pastry with jam, add filling, and top with apricot quarters.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes at 170°C until golden and firm, then cool on a wire rack.