Metric:
375gr Pack Chilled Dessert Shortcrust Pastry
150gr Ground Almonds
3 Eggs
( beaten )
125gr Caster Sugar
100gr Butter
( unsalted )
100gr Cherry Conserve
3gr Almond Extract
To Decorate:
75gr Icing Sugar
( sifted )
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TRADITIONAL BRITISH RECIPE: This easy Bakewell Tart recipe has always been a sure hit with tea lovers everywhere.
If you like almonds then this classic British tart will certainly satisfy your taste buds.
If you are allergic to Almonds... this cake will simply kill you!
| Skill Level: |
Time: 90 Minutes |
| Price: |
Serves: 6 People |
Ingredients:
| Conversions |
Metric:
375gr Pack Chilled Dessert Shortcrust Pastry
150gr Ground Almonds
3 Eggs
( beaten )
125gr Caster Sugar
100gr Butter
( unsalted )
100gr Cherry Conserve
3gr Almond Extract
To Decorate:
75gr Icing Sugar
( sifted )
Cups:
1 Pack Chilled Dessert Shortcrust Pastry
0.75 cup Ground Almonds
3 Eggs
( beaten )
0.5 cup Caster Sugar
0.5 cup Butter
( unsalted )
5 tablespoons Cherry Conserve
0.5 teaspooon Almond Extract
To Decorate:
0.6 cup Icing Sugar
( sifted )
Directions:
01 - Roll out the Shortcrust Pastry and line a 20x30cm / 9x12in rectangular tin.
02 - Place in the fridge for 30 minutes.
03 - Preheat the oven to 190C / 375F.
04 - Line the Pastry case with baking parchment and fill with Baking Beans. Bake for 15 minutes, lift out the paper and beans, and cook for a further 5 minutes until the pastry is golden brown.
05 - Allow to cool slightly then spread the Cherry Conserve over the base of the pastry.
06 - In a bowl, combine Butter and Sugar with an electric mixer until pale and fluffy.
07 - Beat in the Eggs, one at a time.
08 - Add the Almond extract and fold in the Ground Almonds.
09 - Pour this Mixture over the Jam and level it out with a spatula.
10 - Bake the Tart for about 30 minutes, or until cooked and golden.
11 - Allow to cool slightly, then remove from the tin.
12 - Mix the Icing Sugar with 15gr / 0.5oz / 1 tablespoon Cold Water.
13 - Drizzle the icing over the top of the Tart. Cut and serve.
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