Scrape the seeds out of <quantity>½</quantity> vanilla bean

Place <quantity>160<unit>g</unit></quantity> of white sugar and <quantity>185<unit>g</unit></quantity> of softened butter in a stand mixer bowl

Beat with the whisk attachment at medium speed for 5m, until lightened and fluffy

Add <quantity>50<unit>g</unit></quantity> all-purpose flour, the vanilla seeds and a pinch of salt

Add <quantity>185<unit>g</unit></quantity> of almond flour and mix until everything comes together

Add the zest of <quantity>½</quantity> lemon, <quantity>2</quantity> eggs, and <quantity>40<unit>ml</unit></quantity> of rum

Blend to a creamy texture

Add more lemon zest and refrigerate until needed. The frangipane is ready

Use it in recipes that call for frangipane. Enjoy!