Description
A sophisticated apple tart featuring a buttery crust and spiced apple filling.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and diced
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup ice water
- 4 medium apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt.
- Add butter and blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in ice water until the dough forms a ball.
- Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to fit a 9-inch tart pan.
- Press the dough into the pan and trim excess.
- In a large bowl, toss apple slices with lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar.
- Arrange apples in the tart shell, overlapping slices for aesthetic appeal.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until apples are tender and crust is golden.
- Cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use a mix of sweet and tart apples for depth of flavor.
- Consider adding raisins or nuts for added texture.
- Serve with a dollop of crème fraîche for richness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: apple tart, apple recipes, baking with apples