Apple Tart with Whole Wheat Walnut Crust
Indulge in a delightful Apple Tart with a wholesome twist! This tart features a nutty whole wheat walnut crust that perfectly complements the tender, cinnamon-spiced apple filling. Topped with a glossy apricot glaze, this dessert is as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfect for any occasion, this tart brings a touch of elegance and rustic charm to your table.
Servings: 8
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 1/2 cup walnuts
- 1 1/3 cup Farmer Direct Foods Whole White Wheat Flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup oil (avocado or canola)
- 1 Tablespoon ice cold water
For the Filling
- 5 apples peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
For the Topping
- 1 Tablespoon granulated sugar
- 2 Tablespoons salted butter, cut into small cubes
- 2 Tablespoons apricot preserves, melted
Instructions
Crust
- In a food processor, pulse the walnuts until finely ground. Add the flour, salt, and sugar, and pulse a few times to combine. With the processor running, drizzle in 1/3 cup of oil or melted butter. Sprinkle water over the mixture and pulse a few more times until just combined. Press the crust mixture evenly into the bottom of an 11-inch tart pan with a removable bottom. Place pan into the freezer while you prepare the filling.
Filling
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, toss the apples with the brown sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt until the apples are fully coated.
- Arrange apples over crust in an even layer. Sprinkle the apples with granulated sugar and dot top with butter cubes. Bake until crust is golden and apples are tender, about 1 hour.
- Brush the apples with melted apricot preserves and let cool slightly. Slice and serve warm with cream or ice cream.