Apple Tart Recipe
Classic apple tart served warm with custard.
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Ingredients
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Tart Crust
Apple Filling
Custard Sauce
Method
Tart Crust Preparation
- 1
Make the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Cut in the unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 2
Add Ice Water
Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently until the dough starts to come together.
- 3
Chill the Dough
Form the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Apple Filling Preparation
- 4
Prepare Apples
Peel, core, and slice the apples into thin wedges. Place them in a large bowl.
- 5
Mix Filling Ingredients
Add granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and lemon juice to the apples, tossing to coat evenly.
Assembling and Baking
- 6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 7
Roll Out Dough
On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to fit a 9-inch tart pan. Place the dough in the pan and trim the excess.
- 8
Add Apple Filling
Arrange the apple mixture evenly over the crust. Dot with small pieces of butter.
- 9
Bake the Tart
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the crust is golden.
Custard Sauce Preparation
- 10
Heat Milk and Cream
In a saucepan, combine milk and heavy cream over medium heat until just simmering.
- 11
Whisk Egg Yolks and Sugar
In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and granulated sugar until pale.
- 12
- 13
Cook Custard
Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
Serving
- 14
Serve Warm
Slice the apple tart and serve warm with a drizzle of custard sauce over each slice.