Apple Tart Normande

Delight your taste buds with the classic flavors of an Apple Tart Normande, a French dessert masterpiece that combines flaky pastry, tender apples, and a luscious cinnamon-scented custard. This elegant tart begins with a buttery homemade crust, perfectly balanced by the tart sweetness of Granny Smith apples, thinly sliced and arranged in a beautiful spiral. A rich filling of heavy cream, eggs, and a touch of vanilla elevates the dish into a creamy, aromatic indulgence. Once golden and baked to perfection, this tart is finished with a dusting of powdered sugar for a touch of elegance. Perfect for fall gatherings or an after-dinner treat, this French apple tart is as stunning as it is delicious, making it a must-try for pastry enthusiasts and dessert lovers alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:60 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:100 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 125 grams Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 50 grams Granulated sugar
• 1 whole Egg yolk
• 2 tablespoons Cold water
• 3 medium Apples (Granny Smith or similar)
• 200 milliliters Heavy cream
• 50 milliliters Whole milk
• 2 whole Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the pastry crust: In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and sugar. Add cold, cubed butter and rub it into the flour with your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.

Step 2

Add the egg yolk and drizzle in the cold water a little at a time. Mix until the dough just comes together. Form into a flat disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.

Step 3

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface and line a 23cm tart pan with it. Trim the edges and prick the base with a fork. Chill the tart shell in the fridge while you prepare the filling.

Step 4

Peel, core, and slice the apples thinly. Arrange the slices in a circular pattern over the pastry base.

Step 5

In a bowl, whisk together the cream, milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth. Pour the mixture evenly over the apples.

Step 6

Bake the tart for 35-40 minutes, or until the custard is set and the top is golden brown.

Step 7

Let the tart cool to room temperature, then sprinkle with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1132.1 grams (1132.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2315

Total Fat 184.70g	237%
Saturated Fat 110.00g	550%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 1036mg	345%
Sodium 261mg	11%
Total Carbohydrate 137.90g	50%
Dietary Fiber 13.90g	50%
Total Sugars 118.50g
Protein 19.60g	39%

Vitamin D 123IU	615%
Calcium 216mg	17%
Iron 3mg	17%
Potassium 860mg	18%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 72.5%

Protein: 3.4%

Carbs: 24.1%