Crustless Almond Pear Tarts Recipe

Name: Crustless Almond Pear Tarts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup unsalted butter, softened; 1 cup sugar; 2 cups almond flour; 5 large eggs, at room temperature; ½ tablespoon pure vanilla extract; 1 teaspoon lemon, zest of; 2 tablespoons dark rum; ¼ cup all-purpose flour, plus; ½ tablespoon all-purpose flour; 4 ripe pears, peeled,halved and cored; vanilla ice cream or frozen yogurt, optional.

Servings: persons

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup sugar
2 cups almond flour
5 large eggs, at room temperature
½ tablespoon pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon lemon, zest of
2 tablespoons dark rum
¼ cup all-purpose flour, plus
½ tablespoon all-purpose flour
4 ripe pears, peeled,halved and cored
vanilla ice cream or frozen yogurt, optional.

1
Make frangipani: Combine butter, sugar and almond flour in an electric mixer, and beat until smooth.
2
Do not overbeat.
3
Add eggs one at a time, scraping down sides of bowl after each addition.
4
Stir in vanilla, lemon zest and rum.
5
Stir in all-purpose flour until just combined.
6
Heat oven to 375 degrees.
7
Fill 8 3-inch nonstick tartlet pans halfway with frangipani.
8
Using a sharp paring knife, cut pear halves into very thin slices at an angle, leaving slices slightly attached at one end.
9
Place one on top of each tart, pressing down lightly to fan out slices so fruit lies almost flat against frangipani.
10
Place tartlet pans on a baking sheet, and bake until frangipani is set, about 20 minutes.
11
Place on a wire rack, and allow to cool for 10 minutes.
12
Run a sharp paring knife around edge of each tartlet, then slip tart out.
13
Place each on a dessert plate, and serve warm or at room temperature, plain or with ice cream or yogurt.

1514

kcal

Calories

119

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup unsalted butter, softened, 1 cup sugar, 2 cups almond flour, 5 large eggs, at room temperature, and more.

Yes, Crustless Almond Pear Tarts falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Crustless Almond Pear Tarts

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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