Fresh Fruit Frangipane Tart

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Butter for greasing the tart pan (about 2 tablespoons)
2. 1 pre-made tart shell (available in supermarkets)
3. 1/2 cup softened unsalted butter
4. 1 cup sugar
5. 4 eggs
6. 1 cup all-purpose flour
7. 1 teaspoon baking powder
8. 1 jar almond paste or marzipan (about 150g)
9. 2 cups fresh mixed fruit (such as strawberries, blueberries, and kiwifruit)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 30 minutes
• Cooking: 25 minutes
• Total: 55 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Grease the tart pan with butter.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until smooth.
4. Add the eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition.
5. Sift in the flour and baking powder and mix until just combined.
6. Spread the almond paste or marzipan evenly in the tart shell.
7. Pour the frangipane mixture over the almond paste.
8. Arrange the fresh fruit on top of the frangipane mixture.
9. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
10. Allow to cool before serving.

Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming equal distribution among 8 people)

• Calories: 450
• Fat: 25g
• Carbohydrates: 50g
• Protein: 8g

Dish Characteristics:

• A sweet and creamy dessert with a crispy pastry base and a fruity topping.
• Suitable for American taste with its rich and sweet flavors.
• Easily adaptable to different types of fresh fruits based on seasonal availability.

User Comments:

1. "This tart was delicious! The combination of almond paste and fresh fruit was outstanding."
2. "The frangipane mixture was creamy and the fresh fruit added a nice tangy flavor."
3. "The pastry base was crispy and the overall dish was a perfect balance of sweet and savory."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use softened butter for best results in creaming with sugar.
• Be careful not to overmix the frangipane mixture to avoid toughness.
• Arrange the fresh fruit evenly on top to ensure even baking.
• Fresh fruit availability may vary based on season, so feel free to use frozen fruit in its place during off-season.