Bakewell Tart
A classic English dessert featuring a buttery shortcrust pastry base filled with raspberry jam and a rich, almond-flavored sponge, topped with flaked almonds and a sweet icing drizzle.
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Preparation
- 1 Step 1
Sift 250g plain flour, 0.25 tsp fine sea salt, and 2 tbsp icing sugar into a large bowl.
- 2 Step 2
Rub 140g cubed cold butter into the flour mixture until it resembles breadcrumbs.
- 3 Step 3
Add 2 egg yolks and 4 tbsp cold water. Mix until a dough forms.
- 4 Step 4
Wrap the dough and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.
Timer · 30 min - 5 Step 5
Roll out the dough and line a tart tin. Prick the base with a fork.
- 6 Step 6
Chill the tart case in the fridge for 20 minutes.
Timer · 20 min - 7 Step 7
Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan).
- 8 Step 8
Line the tart case with parchment paper and baking beans. Blind bake for 15 minutes.
Timer · 15 min - 9 Step 9
Remove the beans and paper. Bake for another 5 minutes until golden.
Timer · 5 min - 10 Step 10
Spread 3 tbsp raspberry jam over the base of the pre-baked tart.
- 11 Step 11
Cream 100g softened salted butter with 100g caster sugar until light and fluffy.
- 12 Step 12
Beat in 2 eggs, 150g ground almonds, and 1 tsp almond extract.
- 13 Step 13
Spread the almond mixture over the jam layer.
- 14 Step 14
Sprinkle 50g flaked almonds on top.
- 15 Step 15
Bake the tart for 30 to 35 minutes until golden and set.
Timer · 35 min - 16 Step 16
Let the tart cool completely on a wire rack.
- 17 Step 17
Mix 80g icing sugar with a little water to create a drizzle.
- 18 Step 18
Drizzle the icing over the cooled tart and serve.
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