Apple-Cheesecake Tart with Salted Caramel Glaze | Made by Meaghan Moineau
Title: "Decadence Unveiled: Apple-Cheesecake Tart with Salted Caramel Glaze"Description:
Dive into a world of flavors with our Apple-Cheesecake Tart, crowned with a luscious Salted Caramel Glaze. This dessert is a symphony of textures and tastes, perfect for impressing guests or simply indulging in a personal treat. With a difficulty rating of 7 out of 10, this recipe is an exciting culinary adventure for home bakers. Read on for a step-by-step guide and a heartwarming family story that brings this dish to life.
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A Sweet Journey Down Memory Lane
There's something inherently magical about the aroma of apples and cinnamon wafting through the house. It takes me back to a quaint autumn afternoon at my grandmother's kitchen. Her house was always the gathering place for family celebrations, and the kitchen was its beating heart. I remember sitting on a high stool, eyes wide with anticipation, as she meticulously layered apple slices over her famous cheesecake tart.
Her hands moved with a practiced rhythm, each slice overlapping the last, creating a mesmerizing spiral. She would smile at me, her eyes twinkling with warmth, and hand me a bowl of freshly sliced apples to snack on. That day, she told me stories of her childhood, of apple orchards and family picnics, weaving a rich tapestry of memories that flavored each bite of her tart.
Years later, I find myself in my own kitchen, recreating my grandmother's masterpiece. As the tart bakes, my home fills with that same comforting aroma, and I am transported back to those cherished afternoons. This Apple-Cheesecake Tart with Salted Caramel Glaze is more than just a dessert; it's a tribute to family, love, and the timeless joy of sharing food and stories.
Recipe: Apple-Cheesecake Tart with Salted Caramel Glaze
Ingredients:
- Butter- Double cream
- Egg
- Flour
- Granny Smith apples
- Ground almonds
- Ground cinnamon
- Lemon (juice)
- Plain full-fat cream cheese
- Raw sugar
- Sea salt
- Sugar
- Vanilla extract
Instructions:
Crust:
1. In a stand mixer or using a handheld electric whisk, cream together the butter, sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
2. Gently fold in the flour and ground almonds by hand until combined into a crumbly mixture.
3. Press the mixture into a 25cm loose-bottomed tin or into smaller tins for individual servings.
Custard:
1. Cream together the cream cheese and sugar using your mixer.
2. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
3. Pour the custard into the prepared, uncooked crust.
Apples:
1. Thinly slice the Granny Smith apples, ideally using a mandoline.
2. Toss the apple slices with sugar, ground cinnamon, and lemon juice, allowing them to soften for about 10 minutes.
3. Arrange the slices over the custard in overlapping layers, creating a spiral 'rose' pattern.
4. Cover with tin foil and bake at 190°C for 30 minutes to soften the apples.
5. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-25 minutes until the custard is puffed and the apple edges are lightly browned.
Glaze:
1. As the tart bakes, melt sugar in a saucepan over medium-high heat until golden.
2. Stir in butter and sea salt, then add the cream, stirring constantly until smooth.
3. Brush the glaze over the nearly finished tart and return to the oven for a few minutes until it bubbles gently.
4. Allow the tart to cool to room temperature before serving. It can be refrigerated for several days; store in the baking tin and wrap well.
Difficulty Rating: 7/10
Classification: Dessert
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Whether you're creating new family traditions or reminiscing about cherished memories, this Apple-Cheesecake Tart with Salted Caramel Glaze is sure to become a beloved favorite. Enjoy every bite of this decadent treat, and may it bring warmth and joy to your kitchen.