Blackcurrant frangipane tart

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Sweet recipes

A flaky puff pastry filled with almond frangipane and vibrant blackcurrant powder — a Nordic take on the classic French Galette des Rois. Perfect for winter gatherings and festive moments.


Recipe inspiration: Sandrine Bargeton

Photo: Natural Nordic

Crockery: Natural Nordic

Blackcurrant frangipane tart

Ingredients

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    • Ready-made puff pastry (If round puff pastry is not available in your country, you can roll two square sheets together to form a round base and top.)

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    • 125g almond flour (or finely ground almonds)
    • 2 tbsp Natural Nordic blackcurrant powder 
    • 75g cane sugar
    • 3 eggs
    • 50g half-salted butter

    Directions

    1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F).

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    1. Melt the butter in a saucepan or microwave.
    2. Stir in the sugar until combined.
    3. Beat in 2 whole eggs and 1 egg white (reserve the last yolk for brushing the top).
    4. Mix in the almond flour and blackcurrant powder until smooth.

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    1. Roll out the bottom puff pastry and place it on a baking sheet.
    2. Spread the almond-blackcurrant mixture evenly over the center, leaving a small edge.
    3. Moisten the edges with water (use your finger or a brush).
    4. Cover with the second puff pastry sheet and seal the edges by pressing gently.

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    1. Gently score a wavy pattern on the top to help it breathe.
    2. Brush the top with the reserved egg yolk.
    3. Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until golden and puffed.
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