Description
Classic Tarte aux Pommes, or French Apple Tart, is a timeless dessert that beautifully highlights the natural sweetness of apples nestled in a buttery, flaky crust. Ideal for any occasion, from cozy family dinners to sophisticated gatherings, this tart strikes the perfect balance between simplicity and elegance. With its rich flavors and stunning presentation, it’s sure to impress both seasoned bakers and newcomers alike. Serve it warm or chilled, perhaps with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of fresh whipped cream for an added treat.
Ingredients
- 250 g flour
- 125 g cold butter, cubed
- 100 g powdered sugar
- 1 egg
- 3 apples (for compote), peeled and chopped
- 2 apples (for topping), thinly sliced
- Sugar, vanilla extract or cinnamon (optional)
- Apricot jam (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the pâte sucrée by mixing flour, powdered sugar, and salt in a food processor. Add cold butter until crumbly; then add egg and pulse just until combined. Chill the dough for 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and roll out the dough to fit a tart pan. Bake for about 15 minutes until lightly golden.
- Make the apple compote by cooking chopped apples with butter and sugar for about 10 minutes until tender.
- Spread the compote over the baked crust, layer thinly sliced apples on top, brush with melted butter, and sprinkle with sugar. Bake again for 25-30 minutes until apples are caramelized.
- Optionally brush with warmed apricot jam for shine.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (110g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Use a mix of sweet and tart apples for depth of flavor. Chill dough before rolling to ensure a flaky crust. Experiment with spices like nutmeg or dried fruits in the compote to personalize your tart.