Description
This elegant rose apple tart features a delicate almond-rose water custard topped with thinly sliced apples in a beautiful rose pattern, all encased in a buttery crust. Lightly scented with floral notes and a hint of cinnamon, this tart is a stunning centerpiece for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the crust:
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2–3 tbsp ice water
For the filling:
- 3–4 medium red apples (Honeycrisp or Gala), thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp rose water
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp apricot jam (for glazing)
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: In a food processor, pulse flour, sugar, and salt. Add butter and pulse until crumbly. Add ice water 1 tbsp at a time until dough comes together. Chill for 30 minutes.
- Roll out the dough: Roll out dough and press into a tart pan. Chill again for 15 minutes. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the filling: In a bowl, toss thin apple slices with lemon juice and a spoonful of sugar. Microwave for 20–30 seconds to soften slightly.
- Make the custard: Whisk together the egg, cream, remaining sugar, rose water, vanilla, and cinnamon.
- Assemble the tart: Pour custard into crust. Arrange apples in concentric circles to form a rose shape.
- Bake: Bake for 35–40 minutes until crust is golden and filling is set.
- Glaze and serve: Warm apricot jam and brush over the tart for shine. Let cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 65mg