Maman Blanc Apple Tart

4 servings

100 minutes

Maman Blanc's apple tart is a true embodiment of French classicism, infused with family traditions and refined taste. This recipe comes from the depths of European cuisine, where the simplicity of ingredients meets the elegance of their combination. The buttery crust perfectly complements the sweet filling of caramelized apples soaked in calvados and butter aroma. A light custard made from eggs, cream, and sugar adds tenderness, turning the tart into a true delight for gourmets. It is served slightly warm, dusted with powdered sugar to highlight its velvety texture and rich flavor. This tart is perfect for cozy tea times, festive evenings, or simply enjoying a moment enveloped in the aromas of baked apples and vanilla notes.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 859.7
• Proteins: 11.2g
• Fats: 47.6g
• Carbohydrates: 92g

Ingredients

• Wheat flour: 250 g
• Butter: 165 g
• Salt: pinch
• Chicken egg: 2 pc
• Lemon juice: 1 tsp
• Sugar: 65 g
• Apple: 4 pc
• Calvados: 1 tbsp
• Cream 35%: 100 ml
• Powdered sugar: 2 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. For the sandy dough, mix flour with salt and diced butter in a food processor. The resulting mixture should have a breadcrumb texture. Add an egg and a tablespoon of cold water, and knead the dough.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 250 g
   • Salt:  pinch
   • Butter: 165 g
   • Chicken egg: 2 pieces
   • Lemon juice: 1 teaspoon

2. Roll the dough into a circle 1-2 cm thick, wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for half an hour. Take out the chilled dough, roll it into a large circle and place it in a tart pan with a diameter of 22 cm. Prick the bottom with a fork and refrigerate for 20 minutes.

3. Preheat the oven to 220°C. Melt butter with 15 g of sugar and lemon juice in a saucepan. Remove from heat, add alcohol (rum can be used instead of calvados).

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 165 g
   • Sugar: 65 g
   • Lemon juice: 1 teaspoon
   • Calvados: 1 tablespoon

4. Peel the apples, remove the core, and cut each apple into 8-10 wedges. Arrange the apple wedges in a circle on the chilled tart base. Brush with the butter mixture and bake for 10 minutes. Reduce the temperature to 200°C and bake for another 20 minutes – the apples should become soft and caramelize well.

   Required ingredients:

   • Apple: 4 pieces
   • Butter: 165 g

5. Whisk the egg with the remaining sugar and cream. Pour the resulting mixture over the caramelized apples. Return the tart to the oven for 10 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 2 pieces
   • Sugar: 65 g
   • Cream 35%: 100 ml

6. Let the finished tart cool slightly, then remove it from the mold. Before serving, you can sprinkle with powdered sugar.

   Required ingredients:

   • Powdered sugar: 2 tablespoons