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French Apple Tart
Serves 4-6
| Prep Time: 20 mins
| Cook Time: 30 mins
| Total Time: 50 mins
You may need: Quatre Epices
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Tantalize your taste buds with this irresistible vegan version of French Apple Tart. This classic dessert, spiced with a touch of the renowned French Quatre Epices spice blend, is the perfect combination of sweet apples, flaky pastry, and delightful flavors spiced to perfection! Get your aprons on and let's dive into this mouthwatering recipe.
The French Apple Tart, a beloved pastry in French cuisine, dates back centuries and has become a symbol of traditional French baking. It combines the natural sweetness of apples with a delicate, flaky pastry crust, creating a delightful marriage of textures and flavors. It's a testament to the French art of pastry-making, which emphasizes simplicity and elegance. The Quatre Epices spice blend, meaning "four spices" in French, is an essential component of this recipe. This spice blend has roots in medieval French cuisine, where it was used to add depth and complexity to both sweet and savory dishes. It typically consists of a harmonious blend of warm and aromatic spices like white pepper, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger. Our chefs have added a 5th spice, cinnamon, to this blend to develop a well-rounded flavor profile.
This French Apple Tart, delicately spiced with the Quatre Epices blend, offers a taste of tradition and a journey through French culinary heritage. Indulge in a slice of this classic dessert, and let the flavors transport you to the vibrant world of French baking. Serve this delightful French Apple Tart warm and watch as your guests marvel at the heavenly combination of flavors. With its aromatic spices, flaky pastry, and tender apples, this tart is a true testament to the pleasures of French cuisine. Bon appétit!
Ingredients
1 sheet vegan puff pastry
4 apples, cored, peeled and thinly sliced
1 lemon, juiced
2 tsp Piquant Post Quatre Epices
3 Tbsp brown sugar
2-3 Tbsp vegan butter
1/4 cup apricot preserves
Notes
Select firm and crisp apple varieties like Granny Smith, Pink Lady, or Honeycrisp. They hold their shape better during baking and offer a pleasant balance of tartness and sweetness.
For an elegant touch, consider adding a sprinkle of powdered sugar or a drizzle of vegan caramel sauce on top of the tart before serving.
Fresh herbs like mint or edible flowers can add a beautiful touch as a garnish, enhancing both the appearance and aroma of the tart.
A vegan apple tart pairs wonderfully with a scoop of dairy-free vanilla ice cream, vegan whipped cream, or a dollop of coconut cream.
For an extra layer of flavor, you can add crushed nuts, such as walnuts or almonds, on top of the tart before baking.
Don't forget to serve the tart warm or at room temperature for the best texture and flavor. It can be enjoyed on its own or accompanied by a cup of tea or coffee.
Remember, the beauty of cooking is the ability to adapt and explore. Feel free to experiment with different variations and substitutions to create a vegan French apple tart that suits your taste preferences and dietary needs. Enjoy!
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400 F. Allow the puff pastry to thaw out in your refrigerator a day before making the tart. When you are ready to prepare the tart, roll the sheet out on a floured surface until the pastry is about 9” x 12”. Pierce the pastry with a fork all over the pastry. Transfer to a parchment lined sheet pan and set aside.
Toss the apple slices in the lemon juice, Piquant Post Quatre Epices, and brown sugar. Arrange the apple slices onto the pastry leaving about 1/2” border. Top the apples with beads of the vegan butter.
Place the prepared tart in the oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden.
Thin the apricot preserves with a little but of water so it is easy to spread over the apples. Once the tart is done baking, spread with a thin glaze of the apricot preserves and serve warm.
Alternatives & Substitutions
Replace the butter with coconut oil, and use a natural sweetener like maple syrup, agave nectar, or coconut sugar if desired.
Looking for more great Quatre Epices recipes? Try our Quatre Epices Bundt Cake, Coq au Vin, or our Beef Stew with Red Wine!
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French Apple Tart
Serves
4-6
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Piquant Post spice you'll need: Quatre Epices
Ingredients
1 sheet vegan puff pastry
4 apples, cored, peeled and thinly sliced
1 lemon, juiced
2 tsp Piquant Post Quatre Epices
3 Tbsp brown sugar
2-3 Tbsp vegan butter
1/4 cup apricot preserves
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400 F. Allow the puff pastry to thaw out in your refrigerator a day before making the tart. When you are ready to prepare the tart, roll the sheet out on a floured surface until the pastry is about 9” x 12”. Pierce the pastry with a fork all over the pastry. Transfer to a parchment lined sheet pan and set aside.
Toss the apple slices in the lemon juice, Piquant Post Quatre Epices, and brown sugar. Arrange the apple slices onto the pastry leaving about 1/2” border. Top the apples with beads of the vegan butter.
Place the prepared tart in the oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden.
Thin the apricot preserves with a little but of water so it is easy to spread over the apples. Once the tart is done baking, spread with a thin glaze of the apricot preserves and serve warm.
Notes
Select firm and crisp apple varieties like Granny Smith, Pink Lady, or Honeycrisp. They hold their shape better during baking and offer a pleasant balance of tartness and sweetness.
For an elegant touch, consider adding a sprinkle of powdered sugar or a drizzle of vegan caramel sauce on top of the tart before serving.
Fresh herbs like mint or edible flowers can add a beautiful touch as a garnish, enhancing both the appearance and aroma of the tart.
A vegan apple tart pairs wonderfully with a scoop of dairy-free vanilla ice cream, vegan whipped cream, or a dollop of coconut cream.
For an extra layer of flavor, you can add crushed nuts, such as walnuts or almonds, on top of the tart before baking.
Don't forget to serve the tart warm or at room temperature for the best texture and flavor. It can be enjoyed on its own or accompanied by a cup of tea or coffee.
Remember, the beauty of cooking is the ability to adapt and explore. Feel free to experiment with different variations and substitutions to create a vegan French apple tart that suits your taste preferences and dietary needs. Enjoy!
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