Rustic Apple Crostata Recipe

Name: Rustic Apple Crostata
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 150 grams butter at room temp; 150 grams sugar; 1 large egg; 1 large egg yolk; 350 grams flour; 1 zest of lemon or orange; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 2-3 medium apples of your choice; 2-3 tablespoons sugar, depending on tartness of apples; 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven at 350
2
Mix soft sugar with butter
3
Add egg and egg yolk and mix well
4
Slowly add flour, it will look dry and crumbly but it will come together nicely
5
Add the zest and baking powder
6
If dough appears dry, you may add 1-2 tablespoons of milk. You should only need to do this is your butter is not soft enough, or you are using small eggs.
7
Shape dough in a ball, cut about 1/3 of the dough and use it for something else, such as a smaller tart or roll with pin and make cookies. The original recipe has a lattice topping so if you are not making one, like for this tart, you will have left-over dough
8
Take the large piece of dough and place it in a 12 inch tart pan that has been sprayed with cooking spray. You may use a tart pan with a removable bottom, but if you do not have one, you can use a regular, 12 inch cake pan.
9
With the palm of your hand, spread the dough evenly at the bottom and along the sides. Feel the dough as you do this for areas in which it might be thicker or thinner. Try to get an even spread of the dough
10
With a fork prick the crust about 10 times to create a way for the steam to escape
11
Spread the jam evenly on the crust
12
Toss the thinly sliced apples in the sugar and cinnamon
13
Layer over the jam, you may wish to have a little bit of overlay on the apples or you may just spread them evenly
14
Bake for 35 minutes. Start checking at 30 minutes, depending on your over, you may not need the entire 35 minutes. Look at the border and you will be able to judge by the crust color if it's done

873

kcal

Calories

Fat

124

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 150 grams butter at room temp, 150 grams sugar, 1 large egg, 1 large egg yolk, and more.

Yes, Rustic Apple Crostata falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Rustic Apple Crostata

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Variations & substitutions

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