The quilted tart with apples and pastry cream, with the apples slightly caramelized in a pan, is a classic of Italian pastry, a perfect combination of sweetness and crunchiness.
It’s a dessert perfect for any occasion, from breakfast to snack, up to a delicious end of meal.
This apple tart and cream features a crumbly base of shortcrust pastry with olive oil, a soft layer of caramelized apples, and a topping of pastry cream, giving it an irresistible sweet-and-sour taste.
Preparation takes some time, but the final result will be worth every effort, anyway I also provide the microwave version.
For this recipe, you’ll need two main preparations: the shortcrust pastry with olive oil, the pastry cream, and the caramelized apples.
Below, I offer more delicious apple desserts, and then we immediately go under the photo to find out how to prepare the Quilted Tart with Apples and Cream!!
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Very inexpensive
- Rest time: 30 Minutes
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 6 People
- Cooking methods: Stovetop, Oven, Microwave
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Autumn, Winter and Spring
Ingredients for the Quilted Tart with Apples and Cream
- 1.1 lbs shortcrust pastry (with extra virgin olive oil)
- 2 Granny Smith apples (or Golden Delicious)
- 3.5 tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/4 cups milk
- 2 egg yolks
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp lemon zest (grated)
Tools
- 1 Small pot
- 1 Skillet
- 1 Tart pan 8.7 inches in diameter
- 1 Rolling pin
- 1 Kitchen scale
- 1 Bowl
Preparation of Quilted Tart with Apples and Cream
To prepare the Quilted Tart with Apples and Cream, first prepare the shortcrust pastry, wrap it in plastic wrap, and let it rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Meanwhile, dice the apples and caramelize them in a skillet with butter and sugar.
It will take 10 minutes, set aside to cool.
Heat the milk until it almost boils, then in a small pot, whisk together egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch, eliminating lumps.
Pour in the hot milk and bring to the stovetop.
Continuously stir to thicken the pastry cream; it will take around 6/7 minutes. Add lemon zest and stir to incorporate.
Remove from heat, cover with plastic wrap, and let cool.
At this point, roll out the shortcrust pastry using a rolling pin, dusting the work surface with a little flour.
Butter and flour a tart pan 8.7 inches in diameter and line it with the pastry, ensuring it adheres well to the bottom and sides.
Pour in the caramelized apples set aside, place the pastry cream inside a pastry bag, and make crossed lines over the apples.
Bake in a preheated static oven at 350°F, on the middle rack for 25/30 minutes. You can decorate the tart with sliced almonds.
Roll out the pastry on the work surface and place it on the CRISPY plate.
Peel the apples, dice them, with melted butter and sugar, and fill the tart.
Bake in the microwave with CRISPY function for about 7-9 minutes.Always refer to your microwave instructions.
Remove the tart from the microwave, pour the pastry cream on top, with the pastry bag, and put it back in the microwave for another 3 minutes, always with CRISPY function.
Let it cool slightly before serving.
Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Tips for Quilted Tart with Apples and Cream
Microwave power: Microwave power can vary from model to model. You may need to adjust cooking times.
The microwave tart will be moister than the traditional one.
Microwave power: Microwave power can vary from model to model. You may need to adjust cooking times.
The microwave tart will be moister than the traditional one.
Variations
Variations: You can add cinnamon, raisins, or other flavors to your liking, and you can sprinkle the tart before baking with sliced almonds or with pine nuts.
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