**A Culinary Journey to Tasmania: Embark on a Sweet Adventure with the Tasmanian Apple Tart**
In the heart of Tasmania, where pristine landscapes meet culinary artistry, lies a dessert that captures the essence of this enchanting island – the Tasmanian apple tart. This delectable treat is a symphony of flavors, textures, and aromas, embodying the region's rich produce and the passion of its people. Join us on a culinary expedition as we explore the tantalizing world of the Tasmanian apple tart, unveiling its secrets and guiding you through a collection of enticing recipes that celebrate this iconic dish.
From the classic Tasmanian apple tart recipe, featuring a buttery shortcrust pastry enveloping tender slices of crisp apples and a hint of cinnamon, to the innovative apple and blackberry tart that adds a touch of wild berry sweetness, our selection caters to every taste and skill level. Discover the secrets behind the perfect pastry, the art of balancing tart and sweet flavors, and the techniques for achieving that golden-brown crust that makes this dessert truly irresistible.
Our journey takes us beyond the traditional, introducing variations that elevate the Tasmanian apple tart to new heights. Indulge in the salted caramel apple tart, where the richness of caramel mingles with the tangy apples, or savor the nutty goodness of the apple and walnut tart, where crunchy walnuts add a delightful textural contrast. Feeling adventurous? Experiment with the unique flavors of the apple and ginger tart, where a hint of spice adds a captivating warmth to the classic recipe.
With step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and stunning visuals, our collection of Tasmanian apple tart recipes will inspire you to recreate this beloved dessert in your own kitchen. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice cook, you'll find everything you need to impress your family and friends with this culinary treasure from the heart of Tasmania.
So, let's embark on this sweet adventure together, celebrating the vibrant flavors and traditions of Tasmania through the magic of the apple tart. Happy baking!
CLASSIC APPLE TART
Apple tart is my family's favorite dessert. I love it because it makes the house smell amazing and the tart looks so polished and beautiful (taking a few extra minutes to fan out the apples makes it look like it came from a bakery!). This is a French-style apple tart, not an apple pie, meaning a wedge of the tart is thinner and neater than a slice of all-American apple pie. Try it topped with ice cream for that delicious a la mode taste. Rolling the dough for the tart makes for a finer-textured crust, but on many occasions I have simply pressed the crust into place with great results.
Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 1h40m
Yield Makes one 9- or 91/2-inch tart
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Set the cubed butter on a plate and place it in the freezer for 15 minutes. Fill a cup with ice and water and set aside. Place 1 1/2 of the flour, 1 8 teaspoon of the salt, and 1 tablespoon of the sugar in the bowl of a food processor and pulse to combine. Take the butter out of the freezer and add it to the flour. Pulse the mixture until it looks like wet sand, about 10 seconds. Add 2 to 3 tablespoons of the ice water and pulse until the dough comes together into a ball.
- Lightly flour your work surface and place the dough on top. Then lightly flour the top of the dough and roll to about a 10- to 11-inch circle, sprinkling more flour under and on top of the dough as necessary. Gently drape the dough over the rolling pin and transfer it to a 9- or 9 1/2-inch fluted tart pan (ideally one with a removable bottom). Fit the dough into the bottom and up the sides of the pan as evenly as possible and press off excess dough from the fluted rim. Set the tart pan on a baking sheet and place in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350degreesF. Peel, core, and quarter the apples and then thinly slice them lengthwise. Place the apples in a large bowl and toss with the lemon juice, the cinnamon, and the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar and 1 8 teaspoon salt. Remove the baking sheet with the tart shell from the refrigerator. Arrange the apples in concentric circles so they overlap slightly. Brush the edges of the crust with the melted butter and then bake until the edges are golden and the apples have cooked down, about 1 hour. Cool for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
APPLE TARTE TATIN
The beauty of a recipe that uses just pastry dough, butter, apples, and sugar to make the magic, is that no matter how yours comes out you'll enjoy it.
Provided by Chef John
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European French
Time 50m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- Coat a 10-inch oven-proof skillet with butter. Sprinkle sugar evenly over the top of the butter.
- Place apple quarters, rounded sides down, on top of the butter and sugar in a circular pattern.
- Place skillet over medium-high heat and cook until butter melts and sugar dissolves and begins to caramelize. Continue to cook until apples soften and caramel begins to brown, 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Sprinkle work surface with flour and roll pie dough into an 11-inch circle. Pinch edge to create a ruffle around crust.
- Place crust on top of apples and tuck in edges around apples.
- Bake in the preheated oven until crust is golden brown, about 20 minutes. Allow to cool for 5 minutes. Place a plate over the top of the pan and carefully invert to release tarte from the pan. Scrape any remaining apples stuck to the pan back on top of crust.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 350.7 calories, Carbohydrate 52.8 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 15.7 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 197.8 mg, Sugar 36 g
TASMANIAN APPLE CAKE
Tasmania has long been known as the "Apple Isle" not only because of its shape but because apples were once a major export. Give this apple recipe a try!
Provided by Sageca
Categories Dessert
Time 50m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cream butter and sugar together thoroughly. Add egg and both kinds of flour and mix well.
- Line the bottom of an 8" x 8" pan with half the mixture.
- Add a layer of stewed apples and sprinkle with cinnamon.
- Roll out remainder of dough mixture and cover the apples.
- Cook slowly until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 287.2, Fat 16.4, SaturatedFat 10, Cholesterol 75.9, Sodium 253.1, Carbohydrate 32.4, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 16.8, Protein 3.3
INDIVIDUAL RUSTIC APPLE TARTS
For a few brief months in fall, apples are suddenly abundant. Each firm, ripe fruit is full of delicious potential -- destined, perhaps, to be used in a dessert recipe, such as this one for rustic individual tarts.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Pie & Tarts Recipes
Yield Makes 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with a Silpat; set aside. Roll out dough to a 1/8-inch thickness. Cut out six 6-inch rounds. Transfer rounds to prepared baking sheet. Reserve dough scraps for another use.
- Combine apples, sugar, flour, lemon juice, cinnamon, and salt in a medium bowl. Toss to combine. Sprinkle each dough round with sugar. Place 1 tablespoon of applesauce in center of each round. Mound apples over applesauce, leaving a 1-inch border. Fold dough up and over apples, making a crease or fold every 1 to 2 inches to enclose fruit and prevent juices from seeping out. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Lightly beat egg to make egg wash. Brush edges of dough with egg wash, and sprinkle with sugar. Bake until apples are tender and crust is golden brown, about 30 minutes.
BAVARIAN APPLE TART
Everyone in my card club commented on this tart's wonderful taste. No one guessed that the delicate crust, creamy filling and sweet topping are light. There wasn't a leftover in sight when I serve this. -Mary Anne Engel of West Allis, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h5m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Stir in the vanilla, flour and cinnamon. Press onto the bottom and 1 in. up the sides of a 9-in. springform pan coated with cooking spray., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in egg and vanilla just until combined. Spread over crust. , In another bowl, toss the apples, sugar and cinnamon; arrange over filling. Bake at 400° for 40 minutes or until apples are tender and crust is golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 213 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 113mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
FRESH APPLE TARTS
These tarts are easy to make and bake. White sugar may be used in place of brown sugar.
Provided by Punkin
Categories Desserts Pies Tarts Fruit Tart Recipes
Time 2h45m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, mix together flour, 1 1/4 cups sugar, and salt. Cut in butter until mixture is crumbly. Mix in eggs and vanilla extract until dough forms a ball. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for at least 1 hour but not more than 1 day.
- While the dough is chilling, prepare the apple filling.
- In a medium bowl, toss diced apples with sugar and cinnamon. Mix in walnuts.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease 16 3-inch tart pans. Remove tart dough from the refrigerator and let it stand at room temperature for 30 minutes before rolling out.
- Knead dough briefly on a lightly floured surface. Cut into 16 equal portions. Roll each portion into a 6-inch circle, and carefully fit one circle into each tart pan.
- Spoon an equal amount of apple mixture into each tart pan. Fold pastry over filling. Place filled tarts on a baking sheet.
- Bake in preheated oven until golden brown, about 30 minutes. Melt apricot jam and brush over finished tarts, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 387.9 calories, Carbohydrate 55.8 g, Cholesterol 78.9 mg, Fat 16.3 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 60.4 mg, Sugar 25.9 g
APPLE TART
For 15 years my husband, daughter and I owned and operated an apple orchard, where we raised 27 variations of apples on 2,200 trees. This easy apple tart recipe is my personal favorite. My family even prefers this wonderful dish with tart apples over traditional apple pie. I hope you enjoy it, too. -Marilyn Begres, Dexter, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h15m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a 10-in. cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, heat 3/4 cup sugar, stirring constantly until it is liquefied and golden brown. Remove from the heat. , In a small bowl, combine the flour, cinnamon and remaining sugar. Arrange half the apples in a single layer in skillet. Sprinkle with half the sugar mixture. Arrange half the remaining apples in circular pattern over sugar; sprinkle with remaining sugar mixture. Place remaining apples over all, keeping the top as level as possible. Dot with butter. , Roll out dough to 11-in. circle; place over apples, pressing gently to completely cover. Do not flute. Bake at 400° until apples are tender and golden brown, about 50 minutes. Cool 5 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 115mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
TASMANIAN APPLE TART
Steps:
- Line the bottom of any shaped shallow tart tin you like. I use one with holes in the bottom to let the steam out so the bottom can crisp better and with 2 cm sides.A non stick tin with a removable base is the easiest, or you can line the bottom with baking paper to make sure it doesn't stick.Cut the pastry to fit the tin then trim the top level with the tin. Prick the bottom with a fork several times to stop the middle inflating. Mix the grated apple,sugar,beaten eggs,melted butter and juice from the lemons. Pour the mixture into the tart case and spread the grated apple out evenly to the edges. Bake on a high temperature 380F in the centre shelf until the edges of pastry are a deep golden brown and the centre of the filling is set and slightly puffed- about 30 minutes but go by sight and touch. Take it out and let it rest until it is just warm then serve with thick cream or vanilla icecream.
Tips:
- Use a food processor to quickly and easily make the pastry dough. Just be sure to not overwork the dough, or it will become tough.
- If you don't have a food processor, you can make the pastry dough by hand. Just be sure to work the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- When making the apple filling, be sure to use a variety of apples. This will give the tart a more complex flavor.
- If you want a sweeter tart, add more sugar to the apple filling. You can also add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for extra flavor.
- Be sure to bake the tart until the pastry is golden brown and the apples are tender. This will take about 45 minutes.
- Let the tart cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. This will help the filling to set.
Conclusion:
This Tasmanian apple tart is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The sweet and tangy apples are perfectly complemented by the buttery pastry. This tart is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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