Gusstorte (Swiss Almond & Fruit Pastry)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 4

Gusstorte (Swiss Almond & Fruit Pastry) for a sweet tooth craving

by The Chefin Pastry

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

1h 5min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	6 eggs
	1 cup granulated sugar
	1 1/2 cups blanched almonds , ground
	1 cup mashed cooked dried fruit ( prunes , apricots , pears or peaches )
	1 cup flour
	1/3 cup cold unsalted butter
	2 tablespoons cold water or 9 inches circle refrigerated pastry dough

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

430

Sugar

35g

Fat

22g

Gusstorte is a traditional Swiss pastry made with almonds and dried fruit. It's one of the oldest Swiss pastries and it's been served in bakeries across Switzerland for generations. This beautiful pastry has a light yet nutty flavor and it's perfect for those with a sweet tooth. The pastry contains ground almonds, mashed cooked dried fruit, flour, butter, eggs, and sugar. This combination of ingredients creates a rich and moist dough that's both hearty and flavorful. It's easy to prepare and it's a perfect option for breakfast, lunch, or afternoon tea. With its fruity flavor and almond crunch, it's hard to resist this delicious Swiss pastry.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.	In a large mixing bowl beat the eggs and granulated sugar until they're creamy and pale yellow.
3.	In a food processor, pulse the ground almonds, mashed cooked dried fruits, and flour until these ingredients come together into small crumbs.
4.	Cut the cold butter into small chunks and work it into the crumbs until you have a clumpy dough.
5.	Fold the egg mixture into the dough, then pour this entire mixture into a 9-inch buttered and floured cake pan.
6.	Bake for 45 minutes, or until golden brown.

PROS

This pastry is unique, sweet, and fruity.
It’s perfect for those who love almond-based pastries, and it’s not too sweet.
It’s a great option for breakfast or a snack, and it’s very easy to make.

CONS

This pastry is relatively high in calories and sugar, so it’s not ideal for those on a diet.
Additionally, some people may not enjoy the texture and flavor of the dried fruit.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This pastry contains almonds which are a great source of healthy fats, protein, and fiber. Dried fruit is also a great source of fiber and micronutrients, but it’s important to enjoy in moderation due to its high sugar content.