Plum Tart with Marzipan Crumble

Vegetarian
Plum Tart with Marzipan Crumble
45 min.
12
214kcal

Suggestions

Indulge in the delightful fusion of traditional and modern flavors with this exquisite Plum Tart with Marzipan Crumble. Perfect for those with a penchant for vegetarian desserts, this delectable creation is not only vegetarian-friendly but also boasts a relatively quick preparation time of just 45 minutes. With a generous yield of 12 servings, this tart is an ideal treat to share at gatherings or to enjoy throughout the week.

At the heart of this recipe is the exquisite combination of plums and marzipan crumble. The tart features a buttery, golden crust that provides a crisp base for the luscious plum filling. The plums, thinly sliced and carefully arranged, offer a burst of natural sweetness and juiciness with each bite. The marzipan crumble, a harmonious blend of sliced almonds, sugar, and butter, adds a delightful crunch and nutty flavor that complements the plums beautifully.

With a caloric breakdown that leans heavily towards carbohydrates, this dessert is a carb lover's dream, offering a modest amount of protein and a significant portion of its calories from fat, in line with many traditional baking recipes. The tart can be prepared in advance, making it a convenient yet impressive dessert to have on hand. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply craving a sweet ending to your day, this Plum Tart with Marzipan Crumble is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth and impress your guests with its elegant presentation and exquisite taste.

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup flour 
  • 0.3 cup almonds sliced
  • tablespoons cornstarch 
  • large egg yolk 
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar packed ()
  • 2.3 pounds plums pitted halved thinly sliced ( 12)
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted chilled cut into 1/2-inch cubes ()
  • tablespoons whipping cream chilled

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • tart form

Directions

  1. Blend first four ingredients in processor until nuts are finely ground.
  2. Add butter; process until mixture resembles coarse meal.
  3. Add cream and yolk. Blend, using on/off turns, until dough comes together. Press over bottom and up sides of 11-inch-diameter tart pan with removable bottom. Pierce all over with fork. Chill at least 2 hours and up to 1 day.
  4. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  5. Bake crust until golden, pressing with back of fork every 5 minutes if crust bubbles, about 25 minutes.
  6. Transfer crust to rack; cool. Reduce oven temperature to 375°F.
  7. Blend flour, almond paste and sugar in processor until almond paste is finely ground.
  8. Add butter and blend, using on/off turns, until coarse crumbs form.
  9. Transfer crumble to bowl; mix in almonds.
  10. Combine all ingredients in medium bowl; toss to blend well.
  11. Sprinkle 3/4 cup crumble over cooled crust. Top with plums.
  12. Sprinkle with remaining crumble.
  13. Bake tart until filling bubbles thickly and top is golden, about 40 minutes. Cool 10 minutes. Push up pan bottom to release tart. Cool. (Can be made 8 hours ahead.
  14. Let stand at room temperature.)

Nutrition Facts

Calories214kcal
Protein3.93%
Fat33.49%
Carbs62.58%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.15
Glycemic Load
13.44
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
4.5769565468249%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
4.84mg
Peonidin
0.26mg
Catechin
2.48mg
Epigallocatechin
0.25mg
Epicatechin
2.73mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.65mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.34mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.77mg
Gallocatechin
0.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:213.91kcal
10.7%
Fat:8.25g
12.7%
Saturated Fat:4.41g
27.53%
Carbohydrates:34.71g
11.57%
Net Carbohydrates:33.05g
12.02%
Sugar:25.83g
28.71%
Cholesterol:33.17mg
11.06%
Sodium:69.67mg
3.03%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.18g
4.36%
Vitamin A:525.54IU
10.51%
Vitamin C:8.09mg
9.81%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.47%
Fiber:1.65g
6.61%
Vitamin E:0.94mg
6.26%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.16%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.81%
Vitamin K:6.05µg
5.76%
Selenium:3.86µg
5.52%
Folate:21.86µg
5.47%
Potassium:173.95mg
4.97%
Vitamin B3:0.9mg
4.5%
Copper:0.09mg
4.38%
Phosphorus:40.46mg
4.05%
Iron:0.7mg
3.87%
Magnesium:14.1mg
3.52%
Calcium:24.35mg
2.43%
Vitamin B5:0.23mg
2.27%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
2.03%
Zinc:0.25mg
1.66%
Vitamin D:0.22µg
1.48%
Source:Epicurious