Jul 14 2026
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Apple Tart Recipe

Inspired by Il Ritorno
Time1h 30m
Serves8

Macadamia Crust, Vanilla Bourbon Chantilly, Pear Dust, Miso Caramel, Pear Pearls

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Ingredients

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Crust

Filling

Vanilla Bourbon Chantilly

Miso Caramel

Pear Pearls

Method

Crust Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Crust

    In a food processor, blend macadamia nuts until finely ground. Add flour, sugar, and salt, and blend until combined. Add butter and ice water, and blend until the dough forms. Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Bake the Crust

    Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the chilled dough and fit into a tart pan. Prick the bottom with a fork and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden. Let cool.

Filling Preparation

  1. 3

    Prepare the Filling

    In a bowl, toss the sliced apples with sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Arrange the apple mixture in the cooled tart crust.

Final Assembly

  1. 4

    Bake the Tart

    Bake the tart with the filling at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes until apples are tender and slightly caramelized.

  2. 5

    Prepare the Chantilly

    Whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and bourbon until soft peaks form. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

  3. 6

    Make the Miso Caramel

    In a saucepan, combine sugar and water over medium heat until it turns amber. Remove from heat and stir in miso and heavy cream. Let cool.

  4. 7

    Prepare Pear Pearls

    Mix diced pear with lemon juice and sugar. Let sit for 10 minutes.

  5. 8

    Serve

    Slice the tart and serve with vanilla bourbon chantilly, drizzled miso caramel, and topped with pear pearls.

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