French Apple Tart Recipe

Name: French Apple Tart
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 storebought crust; or; 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour; 3/4 stick (6 tablespoon) cold unsalted butter, cut into bits; 2 tablespoons cold vegetable shortening; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 to 4 tablespoons ice water; 5 -6 Golden Delicious apples, peeled and halved; 1/2 stick unsalted butter, cut into bits; 1/4 cup sugar; 1/2 cup apricot jam; 2 -3 tablespoons water

Servings: persons

1 storebought crust
or
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 stick (6 tablespoon) cold unsalted butter, cut into bits
2 tablespoons cold vegetable shortening
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 to 4 tablespoons ice water
5 -6 Golden Delicious apples, peeled and halved
1/2 stick unsalted butter, cut into bits
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup apricot jam
2 -3 tablespoons water

1
In a bowl with a pastry blender or in a food processor blend or pulse together flour, butter, shortening, and salt until mixture resembles meal.
2
Add 2 tablespoons ice water and toss or pulse until water is incorporated.
3
Add enough remaining ice water if necessary to form a dough and form dough into a disk.
4
Lightly dust dough with flour and chill, wrapped in wax paper, 1 hour.
5
On a lightly floured surface, roll dough out to 12-14 inch circle.
6
Gently ease dough into a 10-12 inch fluted tart pan with a removable bottom.
7
Prick dough all over with fork and chill in refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
8
Using a melon baller, remove core from each apple half.
9
Lay apple flat side down on cutting board.
10
Thinly slice apple lengthwise without cutting through the flat side.
11
Turn apple on its side and slice off flat side of apple so that apple slices can be fanned like a deck of cards.
12
Repeat method for remaining apple halves.
13
Fan apples on top of chilled dough in a decorative pattern.
14
Dot with butter and sprinkle with sugar.
15
Bake in a preheated 375 F oven for 35-45 minutes or until golden.
16
In a small saucepan combine apricot jam and water over medium heat.
17
Bring mixture to a simmer and stir until smooth.
18
Brush baked tart with glaze.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 storebought crust, or, 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 3/4 stick (6 tablespoon) cold unsalted butter, cut into bits, and more.

Yes, French Apple Tart falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

French Apple Tart

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Variations & substitutions

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