Learn how to make a classic Dutch dessert with this easy-to-follow appeltaart recipe. Packed with sweet apples and aromatic spices, this delicious apple tart is perfect for any occasion. The buttery crust adds a delightful crunch, and the cinnamon-infused apple filling creates a mouthwatering flavor. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a truly indulgent treat. Try making this traditional appeltaart recipe and bring a taste of the Netherlands to your home!
Ingredients
- For the Crust:
- - 2 cups all-purpose flour
- - 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- - 1 large egg
- - 1/4 teaspoon salt
- For the Filling:
- - 4-5 large apples (such as Granny Smith or Golden Delicious)
- - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- - 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- - 2 tablespoons breadcrumbs
- - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- For the Topping:
- - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- - 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9-inch tart pan with removable bottom and set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt for the crust. Add the cold cubed butter and mix with your hands or a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Beat the egg in a small bowl and pour it over the flour mixture. Mix until the dough comes together. If the dough is too dry, add a tablespoon of cold water.
- Press two-thirds of the dough into the bottom and up the sides of the prepared tart pan.
- Peel and core the apples, then cut them into thin slices. In a separate bowl, combine the sliced apples, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and lemon juice. Toss until the apples are evenly coated.
- Sprinkle the breadcrumbs over the bottom of the tart crust to soak up excess moisture. This will prevent the crust from getting soggy.
- Arrange the apple slices in concentric circles on top of the breadcrumbs, starting from the outer edge and working your way towards the center.
- Drizzle the melted butter over the apples.
- Roll out the remaining dough into a circle larger than the tart pan. Gently place it over the apples and press the edges to seal.
- In a small bowl, mix together the sugar, sliced almonds, and cinnamon for the topping. Sprinkle this mixture over the top of the tart.
- Bake for 45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the apples are tender. If the edges start to brown too quickly, cover them with aluminum foil.
- Allow the appeltaart to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove the sides of the pan and transfer the tart to a serving plate.
- Serve the appeltaart warm or at room temperature. It tastes delicious on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
