Tarte Aux Pruneaux (Prune Tart –Gascogny)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 13
Delicious Tarte Aux Pruneaux (Prune Tart --Gascogny) for your dessert menu
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Prep

30 min

Cook

55 min

Ready In

1 hr 25 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour , unbleached
1/4 teaspoon salt
12 tablespoons unsalted butter , unsalted , room temperature
2 -3 tablespoons water
3 cups prunes , pitted
1/2 lemon , juice of
12 tablespoons unsalted butter , unsalted , at room temperature
1 cup confectioners ' sugar
3 eggs
1/4 cup flour
1 1/2 cups fine ground almonds , finely ground
1/4 cup armagnac
1/3 cup apricot preserves , warmed

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
660
Sugar
38g
Fat
44g
Tarte Aux Pruneaux (Prune Tart --Gascogny) is a traditional French dessert from the Gascogny region. This tart is made with a buttery crust and a filling of prunes, ground almonds, and Armagnac, a type of brandy from the region. The tart is baked until set and brushed with warmed apricot preserves for a beautiful glaze. It can be served warm or at room temperature, and is often enjoyed with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.Sift 1 1/2 cups of flour into a bowl with 1/4 tsp salt.
3.Add 12 tbsp of unsalted, room temperature butter and mix until crumbly.
4.Add 2-3 tbsp of water and mix until large clumps form.
5.Roll out the dough on a floured surface and fit it into a tart pan.
6.Prick the dough with a fork and chill for 15 minutes.
7.Mix 3 cups of pitted prunes with juice of 1/2 lemon, 12 tbsp of unsalted butter and 1 cup of confectioners sugar.
8.Beat in 3 eggs, 1/4 cup flour, 1 1/2 cups of finely ground almonds and 1/4 cup of Armagnac.
9.Pour the mixture into the tart shell and smooth the top with a spatula.
10.Bake for 45-55 minutes until set.
11.Brush the hot tart with 1/3 cup of warmed apricot preserves and let it cool to room temperature.

PROS

This Tarte Aux Pruneaux (Prune Tart –Gascogny) is a delicious dessert with a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness.
The crust is buttery and flaky, and the filling is rich and flavorful.

This dish can be made ahead of time and is perfect for any special occasion.

CONS

This dessert is high in calories and should be enjoyed in moderation.
Prunes are high in sugar and may cause digestive issues for some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Prunes are a rich source of fiber, potassium, and vitamins C and K. They have been linked to improved bone health, lower blood pressure, and reduced risk of heart disease. Almonds are a great source of protein, healthy fats, and antioxidants.

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