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This happens to be one of my favorite tarts. Almond filling sits on top of a golden crust topped with pear halves. My dad usually makes it because I was always under the impression that it’s a lot of work. To my surprise it is fairly easy to make. I used this recipe for a larger crowd, perfect for THE HOLIDAYS. I hope you enjoy it as well❤️. /p>
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This is what the crust mixture consistency should be like before pressing into the pan

The crust before baking, make sure you pierce all over before blind baking. The crust mixture will have consistency of sand, it’s normal
Pear and Almond Tart for a Crowd
Ingredients
Crust
- 2/3 cup sugar
- 10 Tbsp butter softened
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp almond extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup almond flour
Filling
- 6 Tbsp butter softened
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 Tbsp + 4 tsp all purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp almond extract
- 4 eggs large
- 1 1/2 cups almond flour
- 10 canned pear halves very well drained and patted with paper towel
- 2 Tbsp butter melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F
Crust
- Beat together the sugar, butter, salt, and extracts
- Add the flours, stirring to make crumbs that stick together when squeezed
- Press the crumbs into the bottom and sides of a 14×10 in pan. Prick all over with a fork
- Chill the crust in the freezer for 15 mins, then bake until slightly golden 18-20 mins. Remove from oven
Filling
- Beat together the butter, salt, sugar, flour, and almond extract
- Beat in the eggs, add the almond flour stirring just enough to combine
To assemble tart
- Spread filling in the bottom of the pre baked crust
- Place the well drained pears on top of the filling, pressing down gently so edges are covered. Brush pears with melted butter
- Bake tart for 40-45 minutes until top is lightly browned
- Cool before serving
Pears and almonds – such a great combination! The perfect cake for entertaining.
Yes, I love this combo as well! Thank you Ronit