Easy French Apple Tart in 40 Minutes
A quick and easy apple tart, just like grandma's: golden, crisp pastry, tender lightly caramelised apples and a hint of vanilla. Ready in 40 minutes with just a few simple ingredients, it works every time, even for beginners. Perfect for a family dessert or a comforting snack.
Ingredients
- 1 shortcrust pastry (or puff pastry)
- 5 apples (Golden or Reinette)
- 50 g sugar
- 20 g butter
- 1 sachet vanilla sugar
- 1 tbsp apricot jam (for glazing)
- 1 pinch cinnamon (optional)
Method
- 1Preheat the oven to 200 C.
- 2Line a tin with the pastry and prick the base with a fork.
- 3Peel the apples and cut into thin, even wedges.
- 4Arrange the apple slices in a rosette over the pastry.
- 5Sprinkle with sugar, vanilla sugar and cinnamon, then dot with butter.
- 6Bake at 200 °C for 25 minutes until the apples are golden and tender.
- 7Brush with warm apricot jam for a glossy finish.
- 8Let cool slightly before serving.
Tips & tricks
- Choose soft-fleshed varieties (Golden, Reinette) for tender apples.
- A squeeze of lemon stops the apples browning.
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Variations
- With frangipane: add a layer of almond cream under the apples.
- Normandy style: pour an egg + cream + sugar mix halfway through baking.
Storage
Keeps 2-3 days at room temperature, or up to 4 days refrigerated. Reheat in the oven.
Nutrition (per serving)
Ingredient substitutions
- Butter : coconut oil, plant-based margarine or nut butter (dairy-free / vegan).
- Sugar : maple syrup, honey or coconut sugar.
What to serve it with
- A coffee or fragrant tea
- A scoop of vanilla ice cream
- Homemade custard
- Some fresh seasonal fruit
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to make "Easy French Apple Tart in 40 Minutes"?
Allow about 15 min of prep and 25 min of cooking, i.e. 40 min in total for 6 servings.
Is this recipe easy to make?
Yes, it's an "Easy" recipe: perfect for beginners, with no special technique required.
Can I make "Easy French Apple Tart in 40 Minutes" ahead and store it?
Keeps 2-3 days at room temperature, or up to 4 days refrigerated. Reheat in the oven.
How many servings does this recipe make?
The quantities are for 6 servings. To adjust, simply multiply or divide the ingredients by the number of guests.
Is this recipe vegetarian?
Yes, "Easy French Apple Tart in 40 Minutes" is vegetarian: it contains no meat or fish.
How many calories per serving?
One serving provides about 280 kcal, including 3 g of protein, 42 g of carbs and 11 g of fat.
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