Pecan Tart Recipe
almond cream, candied pecan, caramel ganache, sweet pastry crust, chantilly
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Ingredients
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Sweet Pastry Crust
Almond Cream
Candied Pecans
Caramel Ganache
Chantilly Cream
Method
Sweet Pastry Crust
- 1
Make the Sweet Pastry Crust
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2
Bake the Crust
Prick the bottom with a fork and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden. Allow to cool.
Almond Cream
- 3
Prepare Almond Cream
Fold in the almond flour until just mixed.
- 4
Fill and Bake
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes or until set and lightly browned. Allow to cool.
Candied Pecans
- 5
Candy the Pecans
Add pecan halves and stir until coated. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and spread on parchment paper to cool.
Caramel Ganache
- 6
Make Caramel
Remove from heat and carefully stir in heavy cream and butter until smooth. Stir in vanilla extract and let cool slightly.
Chantilly Cream
- 7
Make Chantilly Cream
Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to whip until stiff peaks form.