Apple and Prune Tart

Vegetarian
Health score
1%
Apple and Prune Tart
4500 min.
10
261kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Apple and Prune Tart, a vegetarian dessert that promises to be the star of your next gathering. This exquisite tart combines the tartness of green apples with the rich sweetness of pitted prunes, creating a harmonious balance that will tantalize your taste buds. The addition of Calvados, a French apple brandy, infuses the dish with a warm, aromatic essence, while a hint of cinnamon and cloves adds a comforting spice that evokes the essence of fall.

Crafted with a buttery, flaky pastry that melts in your mouth, this tart is not just a treat for the palate but also a feast for the eyes. The vibrant colors of the apples and prunes, nestled within the golden crust, make it a stunning centerpiece for any dessert table. With a preparation time of 4500 minutes, this recipe allows you to take your time and enjoy the process of creating something truly special.

Perfect for serving ten people, this tart is ideal for family gatherings, holiday celebrations, or simply as a sweet ending to a cozy dinner. Each slice is a delightful combination of textures and flavors, making it a memorable dessert that will leave your guests asking for seconds. So roll up your sleeves, gather your ingredients, and let the magic of baking transform your kitchen into a haven of delicious aromas!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons calvados 
  • teaspoon cinnamon 
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • pinch ground cloves 
  • tablespoons water 
  • 1.5 tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • oz prune- cut to pieces packed pitted halved
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoon sugar 
  • pounds apple green
  • 1.3 sticks butter unsalted cold cut into pieces
  • 0.5 cup walnut pieces toasted
  • 0.3 cup water 
  • tablespoon milk whole

Equipment

  • food processor
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • plastic wrap
  • aluminum foil
  • rolling pin

Directions

  1. Pulse together flour, sugar, and salt in a food processor.
  2. Add butter and pulse until mixture resembles coarse meal.
  3. Sprinkle in 4 tablespoons ice water and pulse until pastry starts to hold together, adding remaining tablespoon ice water if needed. Turn dough out onto a very lightly floured surface and knead 4 or 5 times. Form dough into a disk and chill, wrapped in plastic wrap, 30 minutes.
  4. Simmer water, Calvados, and prunes, uncovered, until most of liquid is absorbed, about 10 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and cool.
  6. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  7. Stir together cinnamon, cloves, 2 tablespoons flour, and 1/2 cup sugar.
  8. Peel and core apples and cut into 1/2-inch wedges. Halve wedges crosswise and toss with cinnamon mixture.
  9. Add lemon juice and toss to coat.
  10. Finely grind walnuts with remaining 3 tablespoons flour and remaining 1/4 cup sugar in a food processor.
  11. Roll out dough on a lightly floured surface into a 14- by 18-inch oval.
  12. Roll dough loosely onto floured rolling pin and unroll onto a large buttered baking sheet. Spinkle walnut mixture over pastry, leaving a 2 1/2- to 3-inch border.
  13. Stir stewed prunes into apple mixture and spoon over walnut mixture, evenly tucking prunes between apple pieces. Turn edge of dough over fruit to form pleats.
  14. Brush top of dough with milk and sprinkle with sugar.
  15. Bake tart, loosely covered with foil, in middle of oven 30 minutes.
  16. Remove foil and bake until crust and fruit are golden and juices are bubbling, about 30 minutes more. Cool tart on baking sheet on a rack at least 20 minutes before serving.
  17. Pastry dough may be made 2 days ahead and chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Calories261kcal
Protein3.15%
Fat51.85%
Carbs45%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.41
Glycemic Load
9.6
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
6.0660869064538%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.72mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Peonidin
0.02mg
Catechin
1.18mg
Epigallocatechin
0.24mg
Epicatechin
6.83mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.17mg
Eriodictyol
0.11mg
Hesperetin
0.33mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.11mg
Kaempferol
0.13mg
Quercetin
4mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:261.45kcal
13.07%
Fat:15.6g
24%
Saturated Fat:7.69g
48.08%
Carbohydrates:30.46g
10.15%
Net Carbohydrates:26.26g
9.55%
Sugar:18.5g
20.55%
Cholesterol:30.55mg
10.18%
Sodium:178.84mg
7.78%
Alcohol:1g
100%
Alcohol %:0.81%
100%
Protein:2.13g
4.26%
Manganese:0.36mg
17.96%
Fiber:4.2g
16.78%
Vitamin K:15.04µg
14.33%
Vitamin A:561.3IU
11.23%
Copper:0.19mg
9.25%
Potassium:281.18mg
8.03%
Vitamin C:5.25mg
6.36%
Magnesium:23.63mg
5.91%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.68%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.62%
Phosphorus:53.31mg
5.33%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.15%
Folate:17µg
4.25%
Vitamin E:0.63mg
4.19%
Vitamin B3:0.76mg
3.78%
Iron:0.66mg
3.69%
Calcium:28.25mg
2.82%
Selenium:1.8µg
2.58%
Zinc:0.36mg
2.38%
Vitamin B5:0.21mg
2.14%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.52%
Source:Epicurious