To prepare the crust, process the walnuts in a food processor until finely ground. Combine the walnuts, sugar and butter in a bowl and mix well. Press the walnut mixture evenly over the bottom of an 8-inch springform pan.

To prepare filling, combine sugar, flour, butter, eggs, and almond extract in a bowl and mix until combined. Process the walnuts and cranberries in a food processor until coarsely chopped and stir into the filling. Spread the filling evenly over the crust. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour. Let stand until cool. To serve, remove the side of the springform pan and dust the top of the torte with confectioner’s sugar.