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Tarte aux Pommes

This classic Tarte aux Pommes recipe features thinly sliced apples baked in a rich, creamy custard atop a pre-made pie crust. It's a delightful and relatively simple French dessert, perfect for any occasion. The tart offers a harmonious blend of sweet, tart, and rich flavors with a tender apple texture and a smooth custard.
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Servings: 6 people
Course: lunch/dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 4358.2
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 to 11/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 large apples peeled, cored and cut in slices
  • 1 pie crust already made and on your supermarket refrigerator section.

Equipment

  • 1 Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Whisk
  • 1 Paring Knife
  • 1 9-inch Pie Dish
  • 1 Measuring Cups/Spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 3750F (1900C).
  2. Gently place the pre-made pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish, crimping the edges as desired for presentation.
  3. Peel, core, and thinly slice the apples. Arrange them artfully in concentric circles or a spiral pattern within the pie crust.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy whipping cream, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined and smooth.
  5. Carefully pour the custard mixture over the arranged apples in the pie crust, ensuring it distributes evenly.
  6. Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until the custard is set and golden brown, and the apples are tender when pierced.
  7. If the pie crust edges begin to brown too quickly, loosely tent them with aluminum foil to prevent over-browning.
  8. Once baked, remove the tart from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.
  9. Optionally, for a glossy finish, warm some apricot jam and gently brush it over the cooled tart.
  10. Slice and serve at room temperature or slightly chilled for optimal flavor and texture.

Notes

For best results, use firm, tart apples like Granny Smith, sliced uniformly thin for even cooking. A pinch of cinnamon with the apples can enhance flavor. Whisk custard ingredients until just combined, avoiding excessive air. Bake until the custard is set and slightly golden, shielding the crust if it browns too fast. Allow the tart to cool completely before slicing to ensure the custard firms properly. A warm apricot glaze adds a professional finish and enhances fruit flavor.