Cinnamon Apple Crostata
Indulge in the rustic charm of this Cinnamon Apple Crostata, a dessert that celebrates the comforting flavors of autumn in every bite. Perfectly flaky, buttery pastry cradles a luscious filling of tender, cinnamon-spiced apples kissed with a hint of nutmeg and brightened with fresh lemon juice. This free-form tart is as beautiful as it is simple, with its golden, pleated crust and sparkling coarse sugar accent. Ready in just over an hour, it’s an impressive yet approachable treat that’s ideal for everything from dinner parties to cozy evenings at home. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for the ultimate crowd-pleasing dessert. This recipe is your go-to for easy, homemade elegance with seasonal flair!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 190 grams All-purpose flour
- 25 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 115 grams Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 60 milliliters Ice water
- 600 grams Apples (peeled, cored, and thinly sliced)
- 50 grams Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 15 milliliters Lemon juice
- 10 grams Cornstarch
- 1 Egg (beaten, for egg wash)
- 10 grams Coarse sugar (optional, for sprinkling)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt.
Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits of butter.
Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing with a fork until the dough just begins to come together. (You may not need all of the water.)
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface, gather it into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
While the dough is chilling, prepare the apple filling. In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Toss until the apples are evenly coated.
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a 12-inch (30 cm) circle, about 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick. Transfer the dough to the prepared baking sheet.
Arrange the apple filling in the center of the dough, leaving a 2-inch (5 cm) border all around.
Carefully fold the edges of the dough over the apples, pleating as you go to create a rustic border. The center will remain exposed.
Brush the folded edges of the dough with the beaten egg, and, if desired, sprinkle with coarse sugar for extra crunch and sweetness.
Bake the crostata in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the apples are tender.
Remove the crostata from the oven and allow it to cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2237 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 101.4 g | 130% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.1 g | 306% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 437 mg | 146% | |
| Sodium | 2471 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 316.9 g | 115% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.1 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 144.7 g | ||
| Protein | 28.9 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 184 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 1034 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
