Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour, 2 cups (250g)
- Unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes, 1 cup (227g)
- Cream cheese, softened, 1 cup (227g)
- Sugar, 1/2 cup (100g)
- Vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon (5ml)
- Egg yolk, 1 large (20g)
- Sliced apples, peeled and cored, 3 medium (500g)
- Ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon (2g)
- Nutmeg, freshly grated, 1/4 teaspoon (1g)
- Raisins, 1/2 cup (80g)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
30-35 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Make the crust: In a large bowl, combine the flour, butter, and cream cheese. Use your fingertips to work the ingredients together until they resemble coarse crumbs. Add the sugar and vanilla extract and mix until just combined.
- Form the dough: Press the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the filling: In a medium bowl, combine the apples, cinnamon, nutmeg, and raisins.
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to a 12-inch (30cm) circle.
- Transfer to pan: Carefully transfer the dough to a 9-inch (23cm) tart pan with removable bottom. Trim the edges.
- Spoon the filling: Pour the apple filling into the tart shell.
- Bake: Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the crust is golden brown.
- Cool and serve: Let the tart cool for at least 15 minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information:
- Per serving (1/8 of tart)
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 4g
Dish Characteristics:
- Flaky, buttery crust
- Sweet and tart apple filling
- Warm and comforting dessert
User Comments:
- "This is the best apple tart I've ever had! The crust is so flaky and the filling is perfectly balanced."
- "I love how easy this recipe is to follow. It's perfect for a weekend bake-off."
- "The nutmeg and cinnamon give this tart such a wonderful holiday flavor."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- To prevent the crust from shrinking, be sure to chill it for at least 30 minutes before baking.
- If you don't have a tart pan, you can bake this tart in a regular 9-inch baking dish. Just trim the excess dough from the edges.
- For a richer flavor, use brown sugar instead of granulated sugar.
