Fruit tart with oatmeal shortcrust pastry

This gluten-free tart combines oatmeal shortcrust pastry, a light almond cream, and fresh fruit. The mangoes add a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture, the kiwi adds a hint of tangy flavor, and the raspberries add an intense flavor. Homemade shortcrust pastry is easy to make without wheat flour. The almond cream adds firmness and enhances the flavor of the fruit. The baking process is done in two stages to keep the fruit fresh and colorful. This recipe is perfect for those looking for a simple and delicious gluten-free dessert. The result is a fruity, balanced, and elegant tart.

Preparation time 20 mins

Cooking time 25 mins

Rest time 30 mins

Total time 1 hr 15 mins

Cooking method: Expert cook , traditional

Difficulty: beginner

Servings: 8

Ingredients

For the shortcrust pastry:
240g gluten-free oat flakes
100 g of almond powder
60 g of brown sugar
1 pinch of salt
120 g coconut oil or butter
6 tbsp cold water
For the almond cream:
100 g of almond powder
80 g of sugar
2 eggs
60g butter
1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
For the garnish:
2 ripe mangoes
2 kiwis
100g fresh or frozen raspberries ( broken or whole)

Preparation

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1. Prepare the shortcrust pastry:
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Blend the oat flakes into a fine flour.
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Mix with almond powder, sugar and salt.
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Add the butter or coconut oil and sand the dough.
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Add the cold water, form a ball, cover with cling film and refrigerate for 30 minutes if possible.
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Spread the dough in a 30 cm diameter pie dish. The dough doesn't spread like "normal" shortcrust pastry, but with your fingers, it can be done without any problem.
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2. Prepare the almond cream:
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Melt the butter gently.
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Whisk the eggs with the sugar.
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Add the almond powder, then the melted butter.
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Mix until you get a smooth cream.
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3. Baking the pie:
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Preheat the oven to 180°C.
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Pour the almond cream onto the base of the pastry.
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Smooth the surface and bake for 25 minutes, until lightly browned.
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Allow to cool completely before adding fruit.
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4. Decorate with fruit:
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Peel and slice the mangoes into thin strips.
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Cut the kiwi into slices.
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Arrange the fruit as you like on the almond cream.
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Add the raspberry pieces for the finishing touch.

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