FRENCH APPLE TART (TARTE DE POMMES A LA NORMANDE)
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, stir together 1 1/3 cups of flour and salt. Add 1/2 cup of butter, 1 egg yolk and water, and stir until the mixture forms large crumbs. If it is too dry to press a handful together, stir in more water. Press the dough into a ball, and wrap in plastic wrap. Flatten slightly, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until firm.
- The part above can be done up to three days in advance.
- To make the frangipane: Cream together 1/2 cup of butter and 1/2 cup of sugar in a medium bowl until light and soft. Gradually mix in the egg and the remaining egg yolk one at a time. Stir in the apple brandy. Stir 2 tablespoons of flour into the ground almonds, then mix into the batter. Set aside.
- Roll the pastry dough out to about a 12 inch circle on a lightly floured surface. Fold loosely into quarters, and center the point in a 10 inch tart or pie pan. Unfold dough, and press into the bottom and up the sides. Puncture with a fork all over, and flute the edges. Return pastry to the refrigerator to chill until firm.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Place a baking sheet inside the oven while it preheats.
- Spoon the frangipane into the chilled pastry, and spread into an even layer. Arrange the apple slices in an overlapping spiral pattern. Each slice should have one edge pressed into the frangipane until it touches the pastry base, and then overlap the previous slice. Start at the outside edge, and work towards the center.
- Place the pie plate on top of the baking sheet in the preheated oven. Bake for 15 minutes, or until the filling begins to brown.
- Reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bake for another 10 minutes, then sprinkle sugar over the top of the tart. Return to the oven for 10 more minutes, or until the sugar caramelizes slightly. Cool the tart on a wire rack.
- A short time before serving, warm the apricot jelly. Add some water if necessary to make it a liquid consistency. Brush onto the tart for a nice shine.
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Kade 97
[email protected]I'm going to try making this tart this weekend.
Sibusiso Mhlobo
[email protected]I'm bookmarking this recipe for later.
Valo Manush
[email protected]This tart looks amazing!
Isaiah Ayala
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Francisca Anane
[email protected]This tart is a keeper.
Katusiime Atwooki
[email protected]I'm already planning on making this tart again next week.
prplrain831
[email protected]This tart is perfect for a special occasion.
javeria Usman
[email protected]I highly recommend this recipe.
Isha Arshad
[email protected]This is the best apple tart I've ever had.
Bonita Daniels
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe.
Asher Petersen
[email protected]This tart was a hit at my party.
Abdullah Nadeem
[email protected]I'll definitely be making this again.
Kwesi Eli
[email protected]Delicious!
MR SHAKIB
[email protected]This is my new favorite apple tart recipe. The crust is so flaky and the apples are perfectly caramelized. I love that it's not too sweet, either.
Themba Mavimbela
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of apples, but I really enjoyed this tart. The crust was flaky and the apples were perfectly caramelized. I'll definitely be making this again.
Donna Allen
[email protected]This tart is a showstopper! I made it for a dinner party and everyone raved about it. The presentation is beautiful and the taste is even better.
Mehrunisa Arif
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this tart. The flavors of the apples and butter really shine through. I also appreciate that it's not overly sweet.
Marcie Lansford
[email protected]This was my first time making a French apple tart and it was easier than I thought! The recipe was clear and easy to follow, and the tart turned out delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.
Manuel Garcia
[email protected]I've made this apple tart several times now and it's always a hit. The apples get so soft and tender, and the crust is perfectly flaky. I love that it's not too sweet, either.
Maryam Inayat
[email protected]This French apple tart was a delight to make and even better to eat. The flaky crust and sweet, caramelized apples were the perfect combination. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out beautifully.