Upside Down Cherry Friand Tart
Such an easy dessert, pass the ice cream or even better, the double cream. This one will do me nicely!
Indulge in the perfect balance of fruity sweetness and nutty richness with this Cherry Friand Tart. Using fresh or jarred cherries and a delicate almond frangipane, this easy Thermomix recipe brings together a buttery, crisp pastry base and a luscious, almond-infused filling. Whether you choose fresh cherries in season or jarred ones, the tart is a versatile treat for any occasion. Simple to make with your Thermomix, it's a show-stopping dessert that will impress with its vibrant summer cherries and irresistible flavor. Perfect for sharing, or not!
Not unlike a clafoutis, this is loosely based on a French cake or muffin, the friand. Or I suppose, the marriage of the two.
Friands are a small, almond-based cake that originated in France, where they are known as 'financiers.' The name 'financier' is believed to be inspired by their association with the French financial district of Paris, specifically the wealthy bankers who frequented a patisserie near the Paris stock exchange in the 19th century. These cakes were small and easy to eat with one hand, making them ideal for busy professionals.
The friand is a slightly altered version of the original financier. While both use a similar base of almond meal, egg whites, and butter, friands often include fruits or other flavorings like berries, citrus, or chocolate. The term 'friand' is widely used in Australia and New Zealand, where these little cakes became incredibly popular due to their light, moist texture and rich almond flavor.
Though both friands and financiers share the same base, the difference mainly lies in the shape and regional preferences. Friands are typically baked in oval or rectangular molds, while financiers are traditionally baked in small rectangular or gold bar-shaped molds, reflecting their origins in the financial world.
Need
- 350 Grams cherries fresh or jarred, pitted
- 1 - 2 Tablespoons raw sugar
- 100 Grams almonds
- 180 Grams raw caster sugar BUY
- 130 Grams butter cubed BUY
- 2 eggs
- 80 Grams bakers or strong flour
- 1 Pinch pink salt flakes BUY
- 1 Teaspoon vanilla bean paste BUY
Do
- 1
Preheat oven to fan forced 170°C. Line the base of a 20cm springform pan with baking paper.
- 2
Place cherries in base of pan and sprinkle with raw sugar. Set aside.
- 3
Place almonds and sugar into Thermomix bowl and mill for 10 sec/speed 9.
- 4
Add remaining ingredients and blend for 10 sec/speed 6. Spread on top of cherries and bake for 45-50 minutes. Leave in turned off oven with door slightly ajar until just warm.
More
Slice and serve warm or cold.
With the obligatory dollop of cream, creme fraiche or ice cream.
This resembles a giant friand, and is truly a decadent dessert.
Tenina Holder is a wife, mother of five and grandmother of eight, who started cooking in the olden days before Thermomix was even a thing.
Tenina has become the premium go to source for all Thermomix expertise and of course fresh and easy recipes that work. Her cooking classes and foodie trips are sold out in literally hours, her cookbooks appear on the Australian best seller lists and her social reach is in the millions. Her Insider Club is the most fun you can have with a Thermomix and you really should join her! She believes chocolate, butter and salt are health foods. Her food positivity mantra is, eat everything, just not all at once!
