Handwritten recipe for Swedish Apple Tart
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Swedish Apple Tart

Swedish Apple Tart
This Swedish Apple Tart is a rustic, old-fashioned dessert that highlights the natural sweetness of apples and the warm, nutty crunch of walnuts. Unlike a traditional pie with a crust, this tart is more of a soft, cake-like apple dessert, infused with vanilla and topped with apples that bake until tender and fragrant. It’s a simple yet elegant treat that embodies the cozy flavors of fall and winter, perfect for enjoying with coffee or topped with a dollop of whipped cream. Beloved for its balance of light batter and fresh fruit, it has become a timeless Scandinavian-inspired comfort dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Scandinavian
Servings 10
Calories 230 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs (large )
  • ½ cup flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ⅛ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 apples (large or 3 small, peeled thinly sliced, preferably Delicious variety)
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare Apples

  • Peel and thinly slice 2 large or 3 small apples. Set aside.

Step 2: Beat Sugar & Eggs

  • In a large bowl, beat sugar and eggs together until smooth and creamy.

Step 3: Mix Dry Ingredients

  • In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 4: Combine Wet & Dry

  • Gradually add the flour mixture to the sugar-egg mixture. Mix until just combined.

Step 5: Add Vanilla

  • Stir in vanilla extract.

Step 6: Fold in Apples & Nuts

  • Gently fold the sliced apples and chopped walnuts into the batter.

Step 7: Prepare Pan

  • Grease and flour a baking pan (8×10 or 13×10; larger pan recommended).

Step 8: Bake

  • Pour the mixture into the prepared pan. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45 minutes, until golden and set.

Step 9: Serve

  • Allow to cool slightly. Serve warm or cooled, with or without whipped cream.

Tips

  • Swap walnuts for pecans or hazelnuts for a flavor twist.
  • Add ½ tsp cinnamon or cardamom to the batter for warm spice notes.
  • Serve with vanilla ice cream for a decadent pairing.
  • For a lighter option, dust with powdered sugar instead of whipped cream.
  • Try using pears instead of apples for a variation.

Nutrition

Calories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 90IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg
Keyword apples, comfort food, fall dessert, mini tarts, rustic baking, scandinavian dessert, walnuts, whipped cream
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