Frangipane
Frangipane is a rich, creamy almond-flavored filling or custard commonly used in French pastries like tarts, croissants, and the classic Bakewell tart. It is traditionally made with ground almonds, butter, sugar, and eggs, creating a moist, nutty texture that bakes into a golden, fragrant layer. While its exact origins are debated, it is most strongly associated with French and British baking traditions.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Frangipane is high in fat and calories due to its butter and almond content, with a moderate amount of protein from the nuts and eggs. It provides key nutrients like vitamin E, magnesium, and healthy monounsaturated fats, but a typical serving can range from 250 to 400 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 320 kcal |
| Protein | 6 g |
| Carbs | 24 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 18 g |
| Sodium | 110 mg |
| Vitamin E | 5 mg |
| Magnesium | 45 mg |
| Phosphorus | 90 mg |
| Manganese | 0.5 mg |
| Copper | 0.3 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.1 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Zinc | 0.8 mg |
Per 1/8 of a 9-inch frangipane tart (approx. 80 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The name 'frangipane' is thought to be linked to the Marquis of Frangipani, a 16th-century Italian noble, though the modern almond-based recipe evolved in France. Nutritionally, it offers a plant-based protein boost from almonds and is naturally gluten-free when used as a filling.
