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Gluten Free Caramel Apple Tart

Indulgent Gluten Free Caramel Apple Tart That Wows!

This Gluten Free Caramel Apple Tart combines the sweetness of caramel and tart apples, perfect for gluten-free diets and festive gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: easy cakes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup gluten-free multipurpose flour
  • ½ cup almond flour
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 large egg
For the Apple Filling
  • 4 cups apples, peeled and diced use your favorite varieties
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted for sautéing apples
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon salt for apple filling
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Pecan Streusel
  • 1 cup gluten-free flour
  • ½ cup brown sugar for pecan streusel
  • ½ cup chopped pecans
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon for pecan streusel
  • ¼ teaspoon salt for pecan streusel
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed for pecan streusel

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • saute pan
  • Baking dish
  • Fork
  • Whisk
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine gluten-free multipurpose flour, almond flour, and kosher salt until well blended. Cream together the softened unsalted butter and powdered sugar in a separate bowl until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Add in the egg, blending until creamy. Gradually incorporate the flour mixture, stirring until a cohesive dough forms. Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least one hour.
  3. Peel and dice the apples into bite-sized pieces, then toss them with fresh lemon juice to prevent browning.
  4. In a sauté pan over medium heat, melt the butter and add the diced apples, cooking for 3-5 minutes until they soften.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix together brown sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Stir this mixture along with vanilla extract into the sautéed apples and cook until thickened.
  6. In a medium bowl, combine gluten-free flour, brown sugar, chopped pecans, cinnamon, and salt for the pecan streusel. Mix in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  7. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Poke the chilled crust with a fork and sprinkle with gluten-free flour and granulated sugar.
  8. Spread the apple filling onto the crust and drizzle caramel sauce over it.
  9. Distribute the chilled pecan streusel over the filling.
  10. Bake the tart for 15 minutes, then increase temperature to 375°F (190°C) and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until golden brown.
  11. Reduce the oven temperature back to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 32-38 minutes more, or until the filling is bubbling.
  12. Allow the tart to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 170mgFiber: 3gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the dough for at least an hour for best results. Use tart apple varieties for balance.

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