Preparation time
24 min
Total time
51 min
Servings
6
Calories / Serving
820 Cals
Difficulty
Easy

Ah, the Tarte Bourdaloue – a delightful French pastry that is as elegant as it is delicious! Originating from the charming town of Bourdaloue in the early 19th century, this tart is a symphony of sweet pears nestled in a creamy almond filling, all ensconced in a buttery crust. Legend has it that the tart was named after the famous French priest, Bourdaloue, who was known for his lengthy sermons; perhaps this tart is a reminder to savor the good things in life, even if they take a bit of time to prepare! So, whether you're hosting a fancy dinner party or indulging in a quiet evening treat, the Tarte Bourdaloue is sure to impress and delight your taste buds. Bon appétit!
Ingredients
- 100 g Butter
- 100 g Icing sugar
- 100 g Almond cream
- 20 g Flaked almond
Steps
Almond Cream
- Add 100 g of butter, 100 g of icing sugar, 100 g of almond cream in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 20sec / 0°C / Speed 4.
- Setaside the preparation content in a bowl.
Pears
- Drain the content of the container in a strainer.
- Dry the Pears in Syrup with paper towel.
Assembly
- Preheat the oven at 180°C.
- Roll out the Shortcrust pastry.
- Place the content of the workplan in a baking tray.
- Prick the bottom of the pastry with a fork.
- Spread the content of the bowl on the baking tray.
- Arrange the Pears in Syrup halves in a circular pattern on top of the Almond Cream, gently pressing them down.
- Sprinkle 20 g of flaked almond on the baking tray.
- Cook in the oven at 180°C during 25min.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the Almond Cream is set.
- Let cool before serving.



