Dive into the world of baking with this timeless Green Apple Tart, a recipe that marked my debut into the culinary world. Extracted from the pages of a cherished, vintage magazine, this tart features a unique, sugar-free dough, filled with the tartness of green apples, and is beautifully complemented by a sweet jam topping and glaze. It's the perfect blend of textures and flavors, making it an irresistible dessert.
Why You'll Love This: This Green Apple Tart stands out for its delicate balance of flavors. The dough's buttery richness, combined with the tanginess of green apples and the sweet glaze, creates a symphony of tastes. Its simplicity is its elegance, allowing the natural flavors to shine through. A bite into this tart is not just a taste experience but a journey into the art of baking.
Perfect Occasion: This tart is ideal for any gathering where you want to impress—be it a cozy family dinner, a festive celebration, or a sophisticated tea party. It's a versatile dessert that pairs beautifully with a cup of coffee in the morning or as a sweet end to a dinner party. Its elegant presentation and delightful taste make it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Decoration Tips: For an added touch of elegance, consider adorning your tart with thinly sliced apple roses before the final glaze. Dust lightly with powdered sugar and cinnamon, or garnish with fresh mint leaves for a pop of color. Serving it on a vintage plate can enhance its rustic charm, making it not just a dessert but a centerpiece.
Dough Ingredients:
- 175g of butter
- 250g of flour
- A pinch of salt
- 6 tablespoons of ice water
Filling:
- 5 green apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
- Juice of one lemon
- 3 tablespoons of sugar
- 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- A pinch of ground ginger
- A dash of vanilla essence
Extra:
- Peach jam
Glaze:
- Mix 4 tablespoons of powdered sugar with 1 teaspoon of lemon juice. Whisk by hand for 2 minutes.
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 170°C (340°F).
- In a bowl, combine the sliced apples with lemon juice, sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, ginger, and vanilla essence. Set aside.
- In another bowl, mix cold butter (cut into cubes) with flour and a pinch of salt. Rub between your fingers until it resembles coarse crumbs. Chill in the fridge for 20 minutes.
- Add ice water and gently press the mixture together without overworking, just until it forms a rough dough. Chill covered.
- Divide the dough in half and roll out two circles; one larger than the other. Place the larger one in a tart pan, add the apple mixture, and cover with the second circle, sealing the edges. Make a few slits on top.
- Sprinkle sugar over the surface and bake for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the apples are tender.
- Brush with peach jam while hot. Once cooled, drizzle with the prepared glaze and let it set.
This tart is even more delicious the next day. Enjoy the harmony of flavors and textures that make this Green Apple Tart a beloved dessert. Enjoy!