Michelle Darmody: How to bake a Bakewell Tart — and the mistakes to avoid

The original Bakewell tart is an English confection which has been produced in cafés, shops and homes since the mid-1800s. 

A Bakewell tart consists of a rich, buttery almond topping, covering a layer of sweet but tart raspberry jam, on a crisp pastry base. 

The almond topping is better known as frangipane, which is made by combining butter, eggs, sugar and ground almonds. It is the basis for many desserts and cakes.