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Apple Tart With Vanilla Sauce Recipe

Warm up your kitchen with this irresistible Apple Tart! This classic Swedish dessert (Äppelkaka med vaniljsås) features layers of sweet, spiced apples baked to golden perfection under a buttery crumble topping. Served warm or cold, it's the perfect treat any time of year. Enjoy the tart on its own, or elevate it with a luscious, homemade vanilla sauce – optionally swirled with whipped cream for extra indulgence. Makes 4 generous servings.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 839.2 kcal
Protein 17g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Apple Tart With Vanilla Sauce

  • 4 medium apples (about 1 lb), peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for apples), ¼ cup granulated sugar (for sauce)
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 2 tablespoons potato flour (or cornstarch)
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup whipped cream (optional)

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How to Make Apple Tart With Vanilla Sauce

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Peel, core, and thinly slice 4 medium apples (about 1 lb).
  3. In a 9-inch pie dish or oven-safe skillet, arrange apple slices in overlapping layers. Sprinkle each layer with 2 tablespoons granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup all-purpose flour, ½ cup granulated sugar, and ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon. Cut in ½ cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  5. Evenly sprinkle the crumble topping over the apples.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender.
  7. **Meanwhile, prepare the vanilla sauce:** In a medium saucepan, whisk together 2 large egg yolks, ¼ cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons potato flour (or cornstarch), and ½ cup heavy cream.
  8. Cook over medium-low heat, whisking constantly, until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon (about 5-7 minutes).
  9. Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
  10. Serve the warm or chilled apple tart with the vanilla sauce on the side. For extra richness, fold in ½ cup whipped cream into the vanilla sauce before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

253g

Fat

140g

Carbs

34g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Pies And Tarts Tarts Desserts Eggs Dairy Fruit American Scandinavian Oven European Fall Holiday Event Kid Friendly Vegetarian Winter Swedish Dietary Seasonal Midwestern Free Of Something Apples Equipment Presentation Served Cold Served Hot