How long can I store leftovers?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Can I make this ahead?

Yes, you can prepare the crust and filling in advance and refrigerate overnight, assembling just before baking.

Can I use dried apples?

Fresh apples provide the best texture, but rehydrated dried apples can be used in a pinch.

How can I make this gluten-free?

Substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend for the crust.

What if I can’t find dried lavender?

You can omit the lavender or substitute with a small amount of lavender extract.

Rustic French Apple Tart with Lavender Honey Drizzle

Name: Rustic French Apple Tart with Lavender Honey Drizzle
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Dessert
Ingredients: all-purpose flour; granulated sugar; salt; unsalted butter, chilled and cubed; ice water; apples, peeled, cored, and sliced thin; unsalted butter, melted; granulated sugar; ground cinnamon; vanilla extract; lemon juice; honey; dried lavender

A classic French dessert with a floral twist

This delightful tart pairs sweet apples with a subtle hint of lavender and honey, creating a perfect balance of flavor and aroma.

1 h 30 min
8
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Tart Crust

all-purpose flour

1 ¼ cups

granulated sugar

1 tablespoon

salt

½ teaspoon

unsalted butter, chilled and cubed

½ cup

ice water

3-4 tablespoons

For the Apple Filling

apples, peeled, cored, and sliced thin

4 medium

unsalted butter, melted

2 tablespoons

granulated sugar

¼ cup

ground cinnamon

½ teaspoon

vanilla extract

1 teaspoon

lemon juice

Juice of half a lemon

For the Lavender Honey Drizzle

honey

¼ cup

dried lavender

½ teaspoon

Preparation

Making the Tart Crust

Combine Dry Ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt.

Cut in Butter

Cut in the chilled butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Form Dough

Gradually add ice water, mixing until dough just comes together.

Be careful not to overmix the dough to avoid a tough crust.

Preparing the Apple Filling

Combine Apple Ingredients

In a medium bowl, combine the apple slices with melted butter, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, and lemon juice.

Toss Apples

Toss until the apples are evenly coated.

Rest Mixture

Let rest for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Let the apple mixture sit longer if possible for a deeper infusion of flavors.

Cooking Process

Roll Out Dough

Roll the dough on a lightly floured surface to fit your tart pan.

Arrange Apples

Neatly arrange the apple slices in an overlapping spiral pattern over the crust.

Bake Tart

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 45-50 minutes until the crust is golden brown and apples are tender.

Dough Chilling: 20 minutes; Baking: 45-50 minutes; Preheat Oven: 375°F (190°C).

Plating & Serving