Rustic Crustless Apple Tart (Printable)

A comforting baked apple tart with warm spices in a smooth custard base, no crust needed.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Apples

01 - 4 large apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
02 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice

→ Filling

03 - 3 large eggs
04 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
05 - 1/3 cup whole milk
06 - 1/3 cup heavy cream
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
10 - Pinch of salt

→ Topping

11 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
12 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
13 - 1/4 cup sliced almonds (optional)

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch pie dish or tart pan with butter.
02 - Toss sliced apples with lemon juice and spread evenly in the prepared dish.
03 - Whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, whole milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
04 - Pour custard mixture evenly over the apples in the dish.
05 - Drizzle melted butter on top, sprinkle with brown sugar, and scatter sliced almonds if desired.
06 - Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until custard is set and edges are lightly golden.
07 - Cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • Simple crustless design
  • Perfect for seasonal apples
02 -
  • Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream
  • Try a mix of apple varieties for deeper flavor
03 -
  • Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for best flavor
  • Let the pie cool well to ensure custard sets perfectly
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