Almond Cream Filling (Frangipane) Recipe
A smooth and rich Almond Cream Filling, also known as Frangipane, perfect for filling tarts, pastries, or cakes. This recipe combines soft unsalted butter, caster sugar, eggs, and almond meal to create a creamy, nutty filling enhanced with optional vanilla or almond extract for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving (approximately enough to fill one 9-inch tart or equivalent)
- Category: Filling
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Almond Cream Filling Ingredients
- 150 gr (2/3 cup) Unsalted Butter, soft
- 150 gr (2/3 cup) Caster Sugar (or fine white sugar)
- 3 Small Eggs (or 150 gr of Eggs without the shell)
- 150 gr (1 1/2 cup) Almond Meal
- 1/2 teasp. Vanilla Paste or Almond Extract (optional)
Instructions
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Place the very soft unsalted butter and caster sugar into the bowl of your mixer fitted with the paddle or leaf attachment. Cream them together on medium speed for 3 to 5 minutes until the mixture is light, fluffy, and pale in color.
- Add Eggs: Incorporate the eggs one at a time into the creamed mixture, mixing well after each addition. When adding the last egg, also include the vanilla paste or almond extract if using, to infuse subtle aromatic flavor.
- Incorporate Almond Meal: Reduce the mixer to low speed and gently mix in the almond meal until fully combined into a smooth, homogenous cream without overmixing.
- Use or Store: Immediately use the almond cream to fill tarts, pastries, or cakes. If not using right away, cover the surface tightly with plastic wrap to prevent a skin forming and refrigerate. The filling can be stored refrigerated for 2 to 3 days.
Notes
- Ensure butter is very soft but not melted for best creaming results.
- Add eggs gradually to prevent curdling and to maintain a smooth texture.
- Cover the surface of the filling with plastic wrap directly on top to avoid skin formation during refrigeration.
- This almond cream filling is versatile and can also be used in various baked goods before baking where applicable.
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