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Nutritional Values
400kcal
5gProtein
60gCarbs
18gFat
3gFibre
150 gServing
* Per serving · 150 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
🥜 Nuts
Praline Tart
How to order / say it
Say it
Tarte aux Pralines — [tahrt oh prah-LEEN]
Order
I'd like the praline tart, please.
Locally
Je voudrais la tarte aux pralines, s'il vous plaît.
Say locally
A sweet tart filled with vibrant pink praline made from almonds and sugar.
Why try it?
This tart is an emblem of Lyon's pastry tradition, showcasing the region's penchant for sweet, nutty flavors and its culinary creativity.
How it tastes
The tart is sweet and nutty, with a subtly crunchy texture from the almonds enveloped in a smooth sugar syrup glaze.
Origin & History — first documented: 1855
Originating in the 19th century, praline tarts became popular in Lyon as a festive dessert, combining local almonds with sugar to create a unique and colorful confection.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 200 g all-purpose flour
- 🥛 100 g butter
- 🍯 150 g sugar
- 🥜 200 g pink pralines
- 🥚 1 egg
- 50 ml water
Method
- 1 Prepare tart shell by mixing flour, butter, and sugar, then bake until golden.
- 2 Crush pralines and mix with water and sugar to create a filling.
- 3 Fill the tart shell with the praline mixture.
- 4 Bake until the filling sets, then cool before serving.
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