Frangipane, also known as frangipani, is a sweet almond cream used as a pastry filling in tarts, cakes, and pastries. It is made with ground almonds, sugar, butter, eggs, and sometimes a small amount of flour. The texture is rich and creamy, with a nutty almond flavor. Frangipane is often used in desserts like almond croissants, fruit tarts, and galettes.