Almond Croissant Tart
Ingredients
Tart Shell:
- 1 package 8 oz store-bought dairy-free puff pastry (check ingredients for egg and dairy-free; some brands are naturally vegan)
Almond Filling:
- 1 cup almond flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup dairy-free butter softened
- ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 tsp almond extract
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
Topping:
- ¼ cup sliced almonds
- Powdered sugar for dusting optional
Instructions
Prepare the Tart Shell:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Thaw the dairy-free puff pastry according to the package instructions.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to fit a 9-inch tart pan.
- Carefully transfer the pastry to the tart pan, pressing it into the sides and trimming any excess.
- Prick the bottom of the pastry with a fork to prevent it from puffing up during baking.
Prepare the Almond Filling:
- In a medium bowl, combine the almond flour, sugar, softened dairy-free butter, applesauce, almond extract, and vanilla extract.
- Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Stir in the all-purpose flour to thicken the filling slightly.
Assemble the Tart:
- Spread the almond filling evenly over the prepared puff pastry in the tart pan.
- Sprinkle the sliced almonds over the top of the filling.
Bake:
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and the almond filling is set.
- If the edges of the puff pastry brown too quickly, cover them with aluminum foil during the last 10 minutes of baking.
Cool and Serve:
- Allow the tart to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes.
- Remove from the tart pan and transfer to a serving plate.
- Dust with powdered sugar, if desired.
Enjoy:
- Serve warm or at room temperature. This tart pairs wonderfully with coffee or tea.
Notes
- Puff Pastry: Many store-bought puff pastries are dairy-free and egg-free, but always check the ingredients to ensure they meet your dietary needs.
- Almond Flour: Provides a rich almond flavor and moist texture to the filling. If almond flour is not available, you can finely grind blanched almonds.
- Applesauce: Acts as a binder and adds moisture, replacing eggs in the almond filling.