Tarte aux Pommes à la Française (French Apple Pie)

Tarte aux Pommes à la Française (French Apple Pie)

This Tarte aux Pommes à la Française is a traditional French apple pie that is both elegant and easy to make. With a beautifully arranged apple topping and a glossy apricot glaze, this pie is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for dessert or a special occasion, it brings a touch of French pastry artistry to your table.
Portions:6
Preparation Time: 40 minutes
Cooking Time:55 minutes
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Equipment

  • Parchment paper
  • cookie sheet
  • sharp knife
  • Measuring cups
  • Pastry brush
  • mixing bowl

Ingredients

  • 1 pre-made frozen piecrust
  • 3 large or 4 small apples
  • 2 Tbsp. of sugar
  • ¼ cup of melted butter
  • 3 Tbsp. of apricot jam
  • 1 Tbsp. of Kirsch or French brandy optional

Instructions

Preheat the Oven:

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Place the thawed piecrust dough on a piece of parchment paper on a cookie sheet, and gently roll it out to form a circle about 10 inches in diameter.

Prepare the Apples:

  • Peel, core, and thinly slice the apples.
  • Arrange the apple slices in overlapping concentric circles on top of the piecrust, starting from the outside and working your way in toward the center.

Add Sugar and Butter:

  • Sprinkle the sugar evenly over the arranged apple slices.
  • Drizzle the melted butter over the apples to help them caramelize during baking.

Bake the Pie:

  • Bake the tart in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the crust is golden brown.

Prepare the Glaze:

  • While the pie is baking, warm the apricot jam in a small saucepan over low heat.
  • If using, stir in the Kirsch or French brandy.
  • Once the jam is smooth and melted, remove it from the heat.

Glaze the Tart:

  • After removing the tart from the oven, use a pastry brush to apply the warm apricot glaze over the top of the apples.
  • This will give the tart a beautiful, glossy finish.

Serve:

  • Allow the tart to cool slightly before serving.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature, with a dollop of crème fraîche or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Pair with a sweet white wine like Sauternes or a light, crisp cider to complement the tartness of the apples and the sweetness of the glaze.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 320 kcal | Carbohydrates: 45 g | Protein: 3 g | Fat: 15 g | Fiber: 3 g | Sugar: 25 g | Salt: 180 mg
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Course Dessert / Fruit / Pie / Tarts
Cuisine French
Diets Vegetarian