CRUMBLE APPLE AND JAM TART without butter, an easy and quick breakfast dessert to prepare, crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside with few fats.
I needed a dessert for my guests after lunch, but I realized I didn’t have butter. So, instead of giving up, I improvised this apple crumble tart without butter: a genuine, light dessert perfect to serve at the table even at the last minute.
It’s a quick sweet recipe without butter that is made in a few steps: quickly knead the base, add fresh apples and a delicious layer of jam, then into the oven. It’s a delicious butter-free apple crumble, crunchy outside but soft and fragrant inside.
This tart is the typical last-minute apple dessert that saves the day when you don’t have too much time, but still want a dessert that impresses. No need for a stand mixer, no hours of rising: just a few ingredients we almost always have at home.
A simple and quick dessert, ideal both after lunch and for a snack. I made it in a hurry, but brought it to the table as if it had been planned for days. A real magic!
In short, if you’re looking for a homemade butter-free tart that is practical and delicious, this version with apples and jam is perfect for you.
Follow me in the kitchen today there’s the apple and jam crumble tart without butter.
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very cheap
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 6 People
- Cooking methods: Oven, Air fryer
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients
- 2 cups flour (I use type 1)
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 pinch salt
- lemon zest
- 1 cup jam (I use fig)
- 2 apples
Steps
Pour the flour with the sugar and salt into a bowl, add the egg and oil, grated lemon zest or vanilla extract.
Work with a fork until you get a crumbly mixture, you can use your fingers if you prefer but with the fork it takes just a moment.
Pour part of the mixture into a 9-inch pan lined with paper, add the jam, peeled and sliced apples, and cover with the rest of the crumble.
Bake at 350°F for about 25-30 minutes, until the surface is golden.
Bon appétit
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CRUMBLE APPLE AND JAM TART without butter
Extra tips
Use Golden or Renette apples: they hold up well during cooking.
If you want a more rustic version, add a tablespoon of brown sugar to the dough.
You can replace the jam with apricot, cherry, or berry preserves.
Freeze it already sliced: you’ll always have a last-minute apple dessert ready.
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FAQ CRUMBLE APPLE AND JAM TART without butter
Can I use butter instead of oil?
Of course! If you prefer butter, it’s ideal.
Which jams go best with apples?
Almost all of them, apricot, peach, orange, or lemon are perfect.
Can I prepare the apple and jam crumble tart in advance?
Certainly! You can prepare it in advance and store it in the fridge comfortably.
