Nectarine and almond tart

A Nectarine and almond tart is a classic French-inspired dessert featuring a buttery pastry shell filled with a rich almond cream (frangipane) and topped with sliced nectarines. It typically includes flour, butter, sugar, eggs, ground almonds, and ripe nectarines, creating a harmonious balance of sweet, nutty, and fruity flavors. This elegant tart is popular in European patisseries and home baking, often served as a sophisticated finish to a meal.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This tart is high in carbohydrates and fat, primarily from the buttery pastry, sugar, and almond filling, with moderate protein from the almonds and eggs. A single serving (approximately 1/8 of a 9-inch tart) contains around 350-450 calories, providing some dietary fiber and healthy fats from the almonds, along with vitamins like vitamin C from the nectarines.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	380 kcal
Protein	6 g
Carbs	42 g
Fat	22 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	24 g
Sodium	180 mg
Vitamin C	4 mg
Vitamin A	120 IU
Calcium	60 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Potassium	210 mg
Magnesium	35 mg
Phosphorus	80 mg
Vitamin E	3.5 mg

Per 1 slice (120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the tart reflects the French tradition of combining fruit and nut-based fillings in desserts, with frangipane being a staple in many classic tarts. Nutritionally, the almonds offer a good source of monounsaturated fats and vitamin E, which can help balance the indulgence of the pastry, making it a more nutrient-dense treat compared to purely sugar-based desserts.