Swiss Apple Wähe

Ingredients

• For the crust: For the crust:
• 1 ¼ cups (150g) all-purpose flour 1 ¼ cups (150g) all-purpose flour
• ¼ cup (30g) almond flour ¼ cup (30g) almond flour
• ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 2 tablespoons (25g) granulated sugar 2 tablespoons (25g) granulated sugar
• 1 egg yolk 1 egg yolk
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) ice water 2 tablespoons (30ml) ice water
• For the filling: For the filling:
• 4-5 medium-sized apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced 4-5 medium-sized apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
• ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Zest of 1 lemon Zest of 1 lemon
• For serving: For serving:
• Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream (optional) Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream (optional)

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 280 kcal / 1172 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 15g, 8g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 35g, 18g
• Protein: 3g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 0.1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, almond flour, and granulated sugar for the crust. Add the cold cubed butter and use your fingertips to rub it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
2. 2.
   In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and ice water. Pour the egg mixture into the flour mixture and gently knead until the dough comes together. Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
3. 3.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
4. 4.
   On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a circle large enough to fit a 9-inch tart pan. Carefully transfer the dough to the tart pan and press it gently into the bottom and sides.
5. 5.
   In a separate bowl, combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and lemon zest for the filling. Toss until the apples are evenly coated.
6. 6.
   Arrange the apple slices in a circular pattern on top of the crust, starting from the outer edge and working your way towards the center.
7. 7.
   Bake the Swiss Apple Wähe in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the apples are tender.
8. 8.
   Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Apples — Choose firm and slightly tart apples such as Granny Smith or Braeburn for the best flavor and texture.
• Almond flour — If you don't have almond flour, you can substitute it with an equal amount of all-purpose flour.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra touch of flavor, sprinkle some slivered almonds on top of the Wähe before baking.
• Serve the Swiss Apple Wähe warm for the best taste and texture.
• If you prefer a sweeter filling, you can increase the amount of sugar in the apple filling.

Serving advice

Serve the Swiss Apple Wähe as a delightful dessert after a hearty Swiss meal. It can also be enjoyed as a sweet treat with a cup of coffee or tea.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, dust the top of the Swiss Apple Wähe with a sprinkle of powdered sugar before serving. The contrast of the white sugar against the golden crust and apple slices adds an elegant touch.