Experience the delightful taste of a traditional Turkish Apple Tart, also known as Elmalı Pasta. This recipe brings together the sweet, aromatic flavors of cooked apples with cinnamon and the rich, nutty taste of walnuts, all nestled in a soft, buttery dough. It’s a comforting dessert that’s perfect for any occasion, combining the simplicity of ingredients with the richness of flavor.
Why You’ll Love This: The Elmalı Pasta is a delightful blend of textures and flavors. The contrast between the soft, spiced apple filling and the crisp, buttery crust makes for a delicious experience. This tart is not overly sweet and offers a lovely balance of fruit and pastry, making it a perfect treat for those who enjoy subtler desserts.
Perfect Occasion: This apple tart is ideal for family gatherings, holiday celebrations, or as a special treat with your afternoon tea or coffee. It’s a versatile dessert that can be enjoyed any time of the year and is especially comforting during the colder months.
Recipe:
Ingredients: For the Dough:
- 70 g butter
- 50 ml sunflower oil
- 50 g sugar
- 2 heaping tablespoons yogurt
- 1/2 pack baking powder
- 1.5 cups (approx. 250-260 g) flour
For the Filling:
- 5 apples, peeled and chopped
- 50 g sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- Chopped walnuts, to taste
Preparation:
- Cook the chopped apples with sugar until soft. Add cinnamon and let it cool.
- For the dough, mix butter, oil, sugar, yogurt, baking powder, and flour to form a soft, non-sticky dough.
- Set aside a small piece of dough and place it in the freezer for 5 minutes.
- Roll out the dough according to the size of your tart pan.
- Spread the cooled apple mixture over the dough.
- Sprinkle with roughly chopped walnuts.
- Grate the frozen dough on top of the filling.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 170°C (338°F) for 30-35 minutes, or until the top turns golden.
Enjoy this delightful Turkish Apple Tart, a perfect combination of sweet apples and a rich, flaky crust!
