Classic Bakewell Tart

Classic Bakewell Tart

Classic
serves 8

Indulge in the classic British dessert with this easy-to-follow Bakewell tart recipe.

A buttery pastry filled with almond mixture and sweet raspberry jam, this tart is perfect for any occasion.

30 mins prep20 mins cook1 hr 30 mins total
  1. Preheat the oven to 200C/400F/Gas 6.

  2. In a mixing bowl, blend ground almonds, softened butter, and caster sugar.

  3. Add beaten egg and vanilla extract, then chill the mixture.

  4. Roll out the pastry and place it in a roasting tray.

  5. Spread raspberry jam on the pastry, then top with almond mixture.

  6. Fold the edges of the pastry over the filling and brush with egg-milk mixture.

  7. Sprinkle with sugar and almonds.

  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, then reduce temperature and bake for another 10 minutes.

  9. Cool slightly before serving.