Amaretto Apple Tart
Description:
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of this Amaretto Apple Tart, a delightful pastry creation that harmonizes the sweetness of apples with the rich essence of amaretto liqueur, complemented by a luscious blend of heavy cream and almonds. Inspired by a cherished recipe from a beloved Soup and Stew cookbook, this tart offers an elegant twist on traditional fruit pastries, featuring a slightly sweeter crust that adds an extra layer of decadence to each bite.
Cook Time: 1 hour and 15 minutes
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour and 40 minutes
Recipe Category: Tarts
Keywords: Pie, Dessert, Apple, Fruit, Sweet, Weeknight, Roast, Oven, < 4 Hours
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 606.6
- Fat Content: 30.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 16.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 178.9mg
- Sodium Content: 179mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 80.9g
- Fiber Content: 5.6g
- Sugar Content: 44.8g
- Protein Content: 7.8g
Yield: 1 pie
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Tart cooking apples | 5 |
| Eggs | 2 |
| Sugar | 1/3 cup |
| Amaretto liqueur | 1/2 cup |
| Heavy whipping cream | 2/3 cup |
| Salt | 1 tsp |
| Flour | 1 cup |
| Sugar | 1/4 cup |
| Butter | 1/3 cup |
| Vanilla | 1 1/2 tsp |
| Almonds | 1/4 cup |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Pastry:
- In a medium bowl, combine the flour and sugar.
- Cut in the chilled butter until the mixture becomes crumbly.
- In a separate small bowl, beat the egg yolk and mix it with vanilla extract.
- Gently stir the egg mixture into the flour mixture using a fork.
- Press the dough together into a smooth ball, then flatten it slightly.
- Press the pastry into the bottom and up the sides of an 11-inch tart pan with a removable bottom.
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Prepare the Apples:
- Peel the apples and cut them in half lengthwise, removing the cores.
- Slice each half thinly lengthwise, keeping the slices together to maintain the apple shape.
- Arrange the sliced apples in the prepared pastry shell with the rounded sides facing up.
- Once the apples are in place, fan them out slightly to cover most of the pastry surface.
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Prepare the Filling:
- In a medium bowl, beat the eggs with the amaretto liqueur, sugar, and salt until well combined.
- Stir in the heavy cream until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
- Pour the filling mixture evenly over the arranged apples in the pastry shell.
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Bake the Tart:
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Sprinkle the top of the tart with the almonds.
- Place the tart in the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes.
- After 15 minutes, reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue baking for an additional 50 minutes to 1 hour, or until the filling is set and the apples are tender.
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Finish and Serve:
- Once baked, remove the tart from the oven and place it on a wire rack to cool.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, stir the preserves until melted and bubbly.
- Strain the preserves to remove any solid pieces of fruit, then brush the glaze over the surface of the pastry tart.
- Allow the tart to cool to room temperature before removing the sides of the tart pan.
- Serve the Amaretto Apple Tart at room temperature and enjoy the luxurious flavors with each delightful bite.
This Amaretto Apple Tart is a perfect dessert for any occasion, whether you’re entertaining guests or simply treating yourself to a decadent sweet treat. With its harmonious blend of flavors and elegant presentation, it’s sure to become a treasured favorite in your recipe collection. 🍏🥧✨
