Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of a Vegan Apple Tart, a scrumptious dessert that combines a flaky, buttery shortcrust pastry with juicy, caramelized cinnamon apples. This elegant yet simple treat requires only six common pantry ingredients, making it perfect for any occasion—from cozy family dinners to festive gatherings. Serve it warm with a scoop of vegan ice cream or enjoy it chilled as a refreshing breakfast option. With its stunning presentation and irresistible taste, this Vegan Apple Tart is sure to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose plain flour
- 1/2 cup (115g) vegan butter or margarine (chilled)
- 3 tablespoons (35g) granulated sugar (brown sugar or coconut sugar)
- 2–3 tablespoons cold water (as needed)
- 4–5 apples (of choice, cored)
- 3 tablespoons (40g) granulated sugar (brown sugar or coconut sugar)
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon (8g) all-purpose plain flour (or gluten-free flour)
- Dash of lemon juice (optional)
- 2 tablespoons (30g) vegan butter or coconut oil (melted)
- 3 tablespoons (60g) apricot jam (any light-colored jam)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch loose-bottom tart pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine 1 ½ cups of flour and 3 tablespoons of sugar. Add ½ cup of chilled vegan butter and mix until crumbly. Gradually incorporate cold water until forming a dough. Chill for 30 minutes.
- While the dough chills, core and slice 4-5 apples thinly. Toss them with 3 tablespoons of sugar, 2 teaspoons of cinnamon, and 1 tablespoon of flour.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface and fit it into the prepared tart pan. Layer the apple mixture evenly over the crust and brush with melted vegan butter.
- Bake for about 70 minutes until golden brown and tender. Brush warm tart with apricot jam before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg