Brazilian recipe
Easy Homemade Crunchy Apple Tart (Torta de maçã crocante)
A traditional Brazilian-style recipe for a crunchy apple tart, perfect for a cozy afternoon snack. Simple, quick-to-prepare dough using everyday pantry staples.
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Ingredients
3 cups self-raising wheat flour
200g butter or margarine, at room temperature
2 cups sugar
3 egg yolks
3 medium apples, peeled, cored and thinly sliced
1/2 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons honey
1 cup sugar mixed with ground cinnamon (for dusting)
200g butter or margarine, at room temperature
2 cups sugar
3 egg yolks
3 medium apples, peeled, cored and thinly sliced
1/2 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons honey
1 cup sugar mixed with ground cinnamon (for dusting)
Where to find ingredients
You can find all these pantry essentials at major South African supermarkets like Woolworths, Checkers, or Pick n Pay. Look for self-raising flour in the baking aisle and fresh apples in the produce section. If you want a deeper flavour, replace margarine with high-quality unsalted butter.
Preparation method
- In a mixing bowl, combine the self-raising flour, butter or margarine, 2 cups of sugar, and the egg yolks.
- Using your fingertips or two forks, work the mixture together until you achieve a consistent, crumbly texture.
- Grease a medium-sized baking dish with butter or margarine and lightly dust with flour if preferred.
- Place half of the crumble mixture into the dish, spreading it evenly and pressing down firmly with a spoon to form a solid base.
- Arrange the thinly sliced apples over the prepared base.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice and honey, then drizzle the mixture over the apples.
- Cover the apples with the remaining crumble mixture, spreading it gently over the top without pressing down.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 30-40 minutes, or until the surface is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and, while still hot, generously sprinkle the sugar and cinnamon mixture over the top.
- Allow it to cool slightly before serving. This tart can be enjoyed either warm or cold.
Observations
This classic crunchy apple tart is a beloved staple in Brazilian home kitchens, celebrated for its ease of preparation and comforting flavour profile. It makes for an ideal afternoon tea accompaniment or a simple dessert, balancing a tender dough with apples accented by a bright, citrusy note. The signature crunchy crumble topping rounds off every bite.
Preparing this dish is straightforward, making it highly accessible even for those just starting out in the kitchen. You will end up with a beautifully golden tart, featuring the soft, succulent texture of baked apples and an irresistible crispy crust, all perfumed with the warmth of cinnamon.
Preparing this dish is straightforward, making it highly accessible even for those just starting out in the kitchen. You will end up with a beautifully golden tart, featuring the soft, succulent texture of baked apples and an irresistible crispy crust, all perfumed with the warmth of cinnamon.
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