Bûche de Noël frangipane tart with marrons glacés and chocolate

Execution
average
Preparation time
30 min
Cooking time

40 min – 45 min

Resting place
in the fridge
Rest time

60 min

Portions

8

How to prepare: Frangipane tart

Preparation Frangipane Tart - Phase 1

Preparation Frangipane Tart - Phase 1

To prepare the frangipane tart, start with the shortcrust pastry: in a bowl, briefly work the cold butter into cubes with the granulated sugar using the leaf whisk of the planetary mixer or a mixer with metal blades. Add egg, pinch of salt, lemon zest and work on low speed.

Preparation Frangipane Tart - Phase 2

Preparation Frangipane Tart - Phase 2

Stir in the flour and baking powder. Knead just enough to obtain a homogeneous dough free from butter streaks. Wrap it in parchment paper and place it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.

Preparation Frangipane Tart - Phase 3

Preparation Frangipane Tart - Phase 3

In the meantime, prepare the frangipane cream: in a bowl, whip the butter with the granulated sugar in an electric mixer. Then add the eggs and mix quickly.

Preparation of Frangipane Tart - Phase 4

Preparation of Frangipane Tart - Phase 4

Then add the sifted 00 flour and the almond flour. Mix everything.

Preparation Frangipane Tart - Step 5

Preparation Frangipane Tart - Step 5

Roll out the shortcrust pastry with a rolling pin to a thickness of 5 mm and place it inside a non-stick tart mold with a diameter of 22 cm. Trim the edges and prick the bottom with the tines of a fork. Fill the shortcrust pastry shell with the prepared frangipane cream and level.

Preparation Frangipane Tart - Step 6

Preparation Frangipane Tart - Step 6

Add the sliced ​​almonds and bake in a preheated oven at 170 degrees for about 40-45 minutes until golden brown. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely before serving.

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