Tarte Normande

Ingredients

• 1 pre-made pie crust (230g) 1 pre-made pie crust (230g)
• 3 medium-sized apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced 3 medium-sized apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
• 3 large eggs 3 large eggs
• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
• 1/2 cup (120ml) whole milk 1/2 cup (120ml) whole milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon almond extract 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
• 1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour 1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup (30g) ground almonds 1/4 cup (30g) ground almonds
• Pinch of salt Pinch of salt

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 280 kcal / 1172 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 15g, 7g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 32g, 18g
• Protein: 5g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 0.2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. 2.
   Roll out the pre-made pie crust and line a 9-inch tart pan with it. Trim any excess dough.
3. 3.
   Arrange the thinly sliced apples in a circular pattern on the crust.
4. 4.
   In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until well combined.
5. 5.
   Add the heavy cream, whole milk, vanilla extract, almond extract, flour, ground almonds, and salt to the egg mixture. Whisk until smooth.
6. 6.
   Pour the custard mixture over the sliced apples, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
7. 7.
   Bake the tart in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the custard is set and the crust is golden brown.
8. 8.
   Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Apples — Choose firm and slightly tart apples such as Granny Smith or Braeburn for the best flavor and texture.
• Ground almonds — If you can't find ground almonds, you can grind whole almonds in a food processor until finely ground.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra touch of flavor, sprinkle some cinnamon or nutmeg over the sliced apples before pouring the custard.
• Serve the Tarte Normande warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful contrast of temperatures and textures.
• If you prefer a sweeter tart, you can increase the amount of sugar in the custard filling.

Serving advice

Serve the Tarte Normande as a dessert after a delicious French meal. It pairs wonderfully with a cup of freshly brewed coffee or a glass of sweet dessert wine.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, dust the top of the tart with powdered sugar just before serving. You can also garnish it with a few toasted almond slices for an elegant touch.