Thin Creamy Apple Tart

Delightfully elegant and irresistibly luscious, this Thin Creamy Apple Tart is a show-stopping dessert that combines a buttery, flaky crust with a rich vanilla custard filling and tender apple slices. Perfect for fall gatherings or special occasions, this tart showcases tart Granny Smith apples arranged in a stunning spiral pattern, baked to golden perfection. A glossy apricot glaze adds a beautiful final touch, while the combination of creamy and tangy flavors makes every bite unforgettable. With simple yet refined ingredients like heavy cream, egg yolks, and a touch of vanilla, this dessert is both approachable and impressive. Whether served as is or paired with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, this tart is a surefire way to sweeten any celebration. Keywords: Thin Creamy Apple Tart, apple tart recipe, custard tart, fall dessert, elegant dessert ideas, holiday dessert recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:35 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 125 grams all-purpose flour
• 90 grams unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 30 grams granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons cold water
• 150 milliliters heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 large egg yolks
• 25 grams powdered sugar
• 2 medium apples (firm, tart variety like Granny Smith)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons apricot jam
• 1 tablespoon water

Directions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and granulated sugar. Add cold, cubed butter, and rub it into the mixture using your fingertips until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs.

Step 2

Add 2 tablespoons of cold water and mix just until the dough comes together. Form the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.

Step 3

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the chilled pastry dough on a lightly floured surface to fit a 9-inch tart pan. Trim the edges, prick the base with a fork, and chill again for 10 minutes.

Step 4

Line the tart shell with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Blind bake for 10 minutes, remove the weights and parchment, and bake for an additional 5 minutes. Let the crust cool while you prepare the filling.

Step 5

In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream, vanilla extract, egg yolks, and powdered sugar until smooth. Pour this mixture into the cooled tart shell.

Step 6

Peel, core, and thinly slice the apples. Toss the slices in a bowl with lemon juice to prevent browning.

Step 7

Arrange the apple slices over the cream filling in a fanned or spiral pattern, starting from the outside and working your way inward.

Step 8

Bake the tart in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cream is set and the apples are lightly golden.

Step 9

In a small saucepan, heat apricot jam and water until melted and smooth. Brush the warmed jam over the apples for a glossy finish.

Step 10

Allow the tart to cool completely before serving. Optionally, serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	921.6 grams (921.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2228

Total Fat 134.00g	172%
Saturated Fat 79.70g	399%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 716mg	238%
Sodium 86mg	4%
Total Carbohydrate 230.10g	84%
Dietary Fiber 12.20g	44%
Total Sugars 118.30g
Protein 20.20g	40%

Vitamin D 37IU	183%
Calcium 108mg	8%
Iron 7mg	40%
Potassium 604mg	13%

*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: 54.6%

Protein: 3.7%

Carbs: 41.7%