Quick Cinnamon Apple Tarte Recipe

Name: Quick Cinnamon Apple Tarte
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 stick butter, cut into 1-inch cubes, plus extra, melted, for brushing; 1 1/2 cups flour; Salt; 2 tablespoons sugar, divided; 3 tablespoons ice cold water; 3 Granny Smith apples; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; Vanilla ice cream, for serving; Special Equipment: 9 1/2-inch tarte pan

Servings: persons

1
Place the cubed butter in the fridge while you assemble all your ingredients.
2
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
3
In a food processor, place the flour, a pinch of salt, and 1 tablespoon sugar.
4
Add the butter and pulse until the mixture looks like wet sand.
5
Add the cold water and pulse again until the dough just begins to come together in a large lump.
6
Pour the dough into the tarte pan and, using your fingers, press the dough into the pan, forming a crust.
7
Refrigerate the crust while you prepare the apples.
8
Peel the apples, cut into quarters, core, and then slice thinly.
9
Place in a bowl and toss with the lemon juice, the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
10
Remove the crust from the refrigerator and dump the apples onto the crust, spreading them evenly.
11
Brush the whole tarte with melted butter and bake until the tarte is golden and the apples have cooked down a fair amount, about 1 hour.
12
Cool for at least 15 minutes before cutting.
13
Serve with vanilla ice cream.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 stick butter, cut into 1-inch cubes, plus extra, melted, for brushing, 1 1/2 cups flour, Salt, 2 tablespoons sugar, divided, and more.

Yes, Quick Cinnamon Apple Tarte 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.

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Quick Cinnamon Apple Tarte

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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