Best 3 Apple Pecan Tart Recipes

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Indulge in a delectable treat with our Apple Pecan Tart, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This classic dessert features a buttery, flaky crust filled with a generous helping of sweet and juicy apples, crunchy pecans, and a hint of warm spices. The combination of textures and flavors is simply irresistible, making it the perfect choice for any occasion. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, our detailed recipe guide will lead you through every step of the process, ensuring a perfect tart every time. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more. In addition to the main recipe, we've included variations to suit different preferences. Try the Caramel Apple Pecan Tart for a gooey, decadent twist, or the Gluten-Free Apple Pecan Tart for a healthier alternative. And for those with a sweet tooth, the Chocolate Apple Pecan Tart is an absolute must-try. Each variation offers a unique taste experience, so you can choose the one that best matches your cravings.

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APPLE PECAN CRANBERRY TART



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Meet the Cook: People practically inhale this dessert. I modified another recipe years ago to come up with a different way of using cranberries - a favorite fruit of mine. My husband and I have three grown children and two grandsons. -Jo Ann Fisher, Huntington Beach, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1-1/4 cups unsweetened apple juice or cider, divided
1-1/3 cups sugar
3 medium tart apples, peeled and cubed
1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Pastry for single-crust pie (10 inches)
TOPPING:
1/3 cup chopped pecans
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
12 pecan halves

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan over medium heat, bring 3/4 cup apple juice and sugar to a boil, stirring occasionally. Add apples and cranberries; return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5-8 minutes or until apples are tender and berries pop,. Whisk flour and remaining juice until smooth; stir into cranberry mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Cool to room temperature. , Fit pastry into an 10-in. fluted tart pan with removable bottom, or press into the bottom and 1 in. up the sides of a 10-in. springform pan. Line pastry with double thickness of heavy-duty foil. , Bake at 450° for 5 minutes. Remove foil; bake 7-10 minutes or until pastry is nearly done. Cool. Add apple mixture. Combine first four topping ingredients; sprinkle over filling. Arrange pecan halves on top. Bake at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 99mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

APPLE-PECAN TART



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Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     dessert

Time 2h

Yield 8-10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/3 cups flour, more for rolling
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
10 tablespoons cold unsalted butter
1 large egg yolk plus 3 large eggs
2 medium tart apples, peeled, cored and sliced
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped pecans
1 cup maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup heavy cream, whipped, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees. Place flour, sugar and salt in food processor. Pulse to blend. Dice 8 tablespoons butter, place in food processor and give it about 20 quick pulses, until butter is in tiny lumps. Beat egg yolk with 4 tablespoons ice water. Open cover of machine and sprinkle in egg mixture. Pulse briefly. Ingredients should start to clump together to form a dough; do not allow a ball of dough to form. If dough is too dry to hold together, add another teaspoon or two of water and pulse again.
  • Transfer dough mixture to lightly floured work surface and gather together to form into a flat, smooth disk. Roll to a circle about 13 inches in diameter and fit into a 10-inch fluted tart pan. Line with foil, weight with pastry weights and bake 10 minutes, until dry-looking. Remove foil and weights, prick bottom of pastry in a few places and bake until golden, about 20 minutes more. Remove from oven.
  • While pastry is baking melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a skillet. Add apples and sauté over medium-high heat until lightly browned. Stir in brown sugar, then add pecans. Sauté another minute. Remove from heat and spread in baked pastry. Beat eggs, stir in syrup and vanilla and pour over apples and pecans.
  • Bake 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 350 degrees and bake until set and browned on top, about 25 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 417, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams, Carbohydrate 44 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 145 milligrams, Sugar 26 grams, TransFat 0 grams

APPLE PECAN TART



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Number Of Ingredients 23

Ingredients:
For the Tart Crust:
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus additional for flouring work surface and rolling pin
1-1/2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 stick (8 tablespoons) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1 large egg yolk
2 tablespoons ice water
For the Bourbon Caramel Sauce:
2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup water
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons bourbon
1 teaspoon sea salt
For the Apple & Pecan Tart:
1 egg
6 ounces toasted pecan halves (about 1-1/2 cups), plus additional for garnish (if desired)
4 tablespoons granulated sugar, divided
3 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces, divided
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of kosher salt
5 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and very thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Make the Tart Crust: In bowl of food processor fitted with knife blade attachment, pulse flour, sugar and salt until combined. Add butter; process 10 to 15 seconds or until mixture resembles a coarse meal (all chunks of butter should be smaller than pea-sized). Add egg yolk; pulse until just combined. With processor running, pour ice water through feed tube in slow, steady stream and process until dough just holds together (no longer than 15 seconds). Transfer dough to work surface. Shape into disk; wrap and refrigerate at least 2 hours or up to overnight. Dough can also be frozen up to 1 month (thaw in refrigerator overnight before using). Make the Bourbon Caramel Sauce: In medium saucepan, heat sugar and water over medium heat. Cook, watching very closely, 15 minutes or until mixture turns deep amber color (swirl pan occasionally, but do not stir). Remove pan from heat and slowly stir in cream. Stir in bourbon and salt. Transfer to heat-safe container and refrigerate up to 1 week (mixture will thicken as it cools). Bring to room temperature before serving. Make the Apple & Pecan Tart: Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. In clean food processor fitted with knife blade attachment, process egg, pecans, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 tablespoon butter, maple syrup, vanilla and salt until smooth. Lightly flour work surface and rolling pin; roll dough into 13-inch round. Transfer to 9½-inch round tart pan; pat down and cut off excess dough. Spread Maple-Pecan Butter evenly over bottom of crust; arrange apples over Maple-Pecan Butter. Sprinkle apples with remaining 2 tablespoons sugar and 2 tablespoons butter. Transfer to oven and bake 1 hour or until apples are golden brown and tender. Transfer to wire rack; cool 20 minutes before serving. To serve, garnish tart with additional pecans, if desired. Slice and serve tart with Bourbon Caramel Sauce.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of apples. This will give your tart a more complex flavor and texture. Some good options include Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Pink Lady apples.
  • Peel and slice the apples thinly. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Don't overcrowd the tart pan. Leave some space between the apples so that they can cook properly.
  • Bake the tart until the crust is golden brown and the apples are tender. This usually takes about 45 minutes.
  • Let the tart cool slightly before serving. This will help the filling set.

Conclusion:

This apple pecan tart is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert. It's perfect for any occasion, from a casual get-together to a special holiday meal. The combination of sweet apples, crunchy pecans, and a buttery crust is sure to please everyone at the table.

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