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Tossing the sliced apples with flour before they go into the tart shell is what thickens their released juices as they bake, keeping the filling from turning into a watery pool once sliced. This combines a proper pastry base with the buttery oat crumble topping British apple crumble is known for, giving you both textures in one dessert.
Per serving
340kcal
Calories
Prep Time
30 min
Cook Time
50 min
Servings
8 people
Difficulty
medium
4g
Protein
48g
Carbs
16g
Fat
3g
Fiber
26g
Sugar
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Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F). Roll out the tart dough and press it into a 9-inch tart pan, trimming any excess. Prick the bottom with a fork.
Blind-bake the tart shell for 12-15 minutes with pie weights, until just lightly golden. Remove the weights and set aside.
In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with the flour, sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice until evenly coated.
Spread the apple mixture evenly into the partially baked tart shell.
For the crumble topping, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl. Add the cold cubed butter and rub it in with your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the apples.
Bake for 35-40 minutes, until the topping is golden and the apples are tender when pierced with a knife.
Let cool for at least 20 minutes before slicing, allowing the filling to set slightly.
Toss the Apples in Flour: This small step thickens the juices the apples release as they bake, preventing a watery, soggy filling once the tart is sliced. Use Cold Butter for the Crumble: Cold, cubed butter rubbed into the dry ingredients creates distinct, crumbly clusters rather than a smooth paste, giving the topping its characteristic texture. Let the Tart Cool Before Slicing: A 20-minute rest allows the filling to set slightly, making it much easier to cut clean slices rather than having the filling spill out.
Firm, tart varieties like Granny Smith or Braeburn hold their shape well during baking and balance the sweetness of the crumble topping.
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