Apple Rose Tart
250kcal
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 1 cup All-purpose flour provides a sturdy base for the tart
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar adds sweetness and helps create a tender crust
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt enhances the flavors of the dough
- 1/2 cup Unsalted butter ensure it's cold for a flaky texture
- 1 large egg yolk helps bind the dough together
- 2-3 tablespoons Cold water adds moisture without warming the dough
For the Apple Filling
- 3-4 medium apples such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, sliced thinly
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice prevents browning and adds brightness
- 1/4 cup Granulated sugar balances the tartness of the apples
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon infuses the tart with warm flavor
For the Topping
- 2 tablespoons Butter melted, drizzled over apples
- 1/4 cup Apricot jam gives a glossy finish
- 1 tablespoon Water used to thin out the apricot jam
Method
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Combine the flour, powdered sugar, and salt in a mixing bowl.
- Cut in the cold, cubed butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Mix in the egg yolk, then add cold water one tablespoon at a time.
- Chill the dough by forming it into a disk and refrigerating for at least 30 minutes.
- Slice the apples thinly and place them into a bowl.
- Drizzle the lemon juice over your apple slices.
- Combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a bowl, then sprinkle it over the apples.
- Roll out the chilled dough into a circle about 1/8 inch thick.
- Transfer the rolled dough into a 9-inch tart pan.
- Arrange the apple slices from the outer edge to create a rose pattern.
- Drizzle the melted butter over the apple roses.
- Bake the tart for 30–40 minutes until the apples are tender and the crust is golden.
- Cool the tart for about 15 minutes before removing it from the pan.
- Heat the apricot jam and water in a saucepan until smooth.
- Brush the warm glaze over the apple slices.
- Serve your Apple Rose Tart sliced warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
Serving1sliceCalories250kcalCarbohydrates35gProtein2gFat12gSaturated Fat7gPolyunsaturated Fat1gMonounsaturated Fat4gCholesterol45mgSodium150mgPotassium100mgFiber2gSugar10gVitamin A200IUVitamin C5mgCalcium15mgIron1mg