Cold weather means apple pie (or some version thereof) in my house. Our favorite is this cinnamon-spiked apple tart encased in a pecan crust. Since my boys go gaga for anything involving baked apples, this gluten free apple tart with a high protein, grain free crust doesn’t last long around here.
I love that the boys (and their friends) gobble down a treat high in fiber and other nutrients, with a minute amount of added sweetener –this entire dessert has a mere one tablespoon of honey. While super kid-friendly, this not-too-sweet tart also makes a gluten free, dairy free dessert that is rich enough to satisfy discerning palates, hence the place it will take on on our Thanksgiving table next month.
Cinnamon Apple Tart with Pecan Crust
Ingredients
- 4-5 medium apples, peeled, cored and sliced ⅛-inch thick
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon arrowroot powder
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 Pecan Tart Crust
Instructions
- In a large bowl, toss apple slices, lemon juice, arrowroot, honey and cinnamon
- Fan apples out on top of uncooked crust, forming a circle
- Layer more apples over circle and in its center
- Cover tart with tin foil, and bake at 350°F for 45-50 minutes, or until juices are bubbling
- Remove foil and cook uncovered for 10-15 more minutes
- Serve
Equipment
Here are some of my other fall friendly apple recipes:
Are you looking forward to Thanksgiving? What types of recipes would you like to see here before the holiday?
Isabella says
Looks really nice Elana!!:-) Must try this recipe for sure!
Donna says
MUCH healthier version than my classic french apple tart recipe…paleo to boot! Question for all fellow Elana fans out there…Is there a way to make the pecan crust look less dark in color?..I fear my french family will not appreciate the paleo “aspect” of the presentation despite its inherent nutritious and delicious ingredients!..Thanks in advance for any enlightenment!
Katie Marquez says
Elana has an almond flour crust that is much paler. …And while it won’t taste like pecan, almond is yummy too…or you could try going half and half with the flours.
MAIRBUNNY says
WOW! THIS SOUNDS SOOOOOOO GOOD! I HAVE ALREADY PRINTED IT OUT TO TRY WITH THE GRAVINSTEIN APPLES THAT WE HAVE STORED IN THE GARAGE FOR THIS WINTER.
THE THING THAT SEEMS TO GO WITH THANKSGIVING WOULD BE SOMETHING WITH PUMPKIN. HOW ABOUT A PUMPKIN SOUP? WARM AND HEARTY FOR A WINTER DAY.
WISHING YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ALL THE BLESSINGS OF THE SEASON!
Patty Donofrio says
Elana…you’re an amazing woman. Your family is so lucky to call you theirs. You can just smile back at yourself and be happy inside
when you look in the bathroom mirror tomorrow morning. Remember this, okay?
Louise says
Ditto, ditto, ditto!
I so enjoy your website and wish I was still in Colorado (Evergreen)!
Pink Peppercorn and Paprika says
one word- Mmmmm
Lynn Krukowski says
WOW! Thank you.
This is exactly what I was going to try and make after I got your email with the pecan tart crust recipe. I was actually thinking of trying to convert a recipe for making a tarte tatin by cooking the apples in a cast iron frying pan with 6Tbsp butter and 1/2cup sugar(thought I would try honey to make caramel sauce)and then putting the pecan crust over the top and baking for 30 min.
This looks like a much healthier plan.
Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!
marae says
looks delicious! and i love the idea of a pecan crust. i’ve never cared for traditional pie crust, but i’ve loved your crust recipes that i’ve tried. this recipe reminded me of your cranberry bars, which everyone around here is crazy about and will definitely be a permanent fixture at thanksgiving. can’t wait to try this apple tart!
jennifer stephenson says
I would love to see more side dish recipes for Thanksgiving. Some savory recipes and maybe some tasty appetizers.
Alyssa | Queen of Quinoa says
I love this recipe!! The VT apples are ripe and sweet, and would be perfect in this tart. Can’t wait to try and make it!
Beth @ Tasty Yummies says
This looks so amazing. Your kids are insanely lucky :)