Frangipane
Frangipane is a velvety almond cream enhanced with vanilla and (in this recipe) a good shot of rum. With a nutty, sweet flavor, it adds delicious richness and texture to desserts.
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!
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