Ingredients for Apple Torte
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for crust) + 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- Vanilla
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- Egg
- 4 medium apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Sliced Almonds
How to Make Apple Torte
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the crust: In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the ice water until the dough just comes together. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface and transfer to a 9-inch tart pan with a removable bottom. Trim and crimp the edges.
- Prepare the filling: In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix until well combined.
- Peel, core, and thinly slice the apples. Gently fold the apples into the cream cheese mixture.
- Pour the apple filling into the prepared crust.
- Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set. A slight jiggle in the center is okay.
- Let cool completely on a wire rack before removing from the pan and serving. Enjoy!
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
7 g
Sugar
118g
Fat
69g
Carbs
14g
