Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Prepare the Crust
- Combine gluten-free multipurpose flour, almond flour, and kosher salt in a bowl. In a separate bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the egg, mixing well, then gradually add the flour mixture to form a soft dough. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour to firm up.
Make the Filling
- Peel and dice your apples, then toss them with lemon juice in a large mixing bowl. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the apple pieces in a tablespoon of unsalted butter for about 3-5 minutes until slightly tender. Stir in brown sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract, cooking until the mixture thickens slightly and becomes syrupy, about 2 more minutes.
Prepare the Streusel
- In a mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free flour, brown sugar, chopped pecans, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Drizzle in cold unsalted butter, using your fingers or a pastry cutter to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Place the streusel in the refrigerator to keep it cool while you assemble the tart.
Assemble the Tart
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the chilled crust on a floured surface until it's about 1/8-inch thick. Transfer the crust to a tart pan, pressing it into the edges and poking the bottom with a fork to prevent bubbles. Sprinkle a light layer of flour and sugar over the crust, then fill it with the cooked apple mixture, drizzling caramel over the top.
Bake the Tart
- Slide the assembled Gluten Free Caramel Apple Tart into your preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes at 350°F. Increase the temperature to 375°F (190°C) for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Finally, lower the oven back to 350°F and bake for another 32-38 minutes, until the filling is bubbling and the streusel topping is lightly browned.
Nutrition
Notes
Use certified gluten-free ingredients to avoid cross-contamination. Don't skip chilling the dough for best results.
