Sugar-Free Classic French Apple Tart

Indulge in the refined elegance of a **Sugar-Free Classic French Apple Tart**, a timeless dessert that brings together the natural sweetness of Granny Smith apples with a buttery homemade crust—all without added sugar. This healthier twist on the traditional French treat features a luscious layer of unsweetened apple sauce and a delicate sprinkle of almond flour for a hint of nutty flavor. A touch of cinnamon and vanilla extract enhances the warm, aromatic notes of the tender apple slices, which are arranged in a beautiful, spiraling pattern atop the tart. Perfect for gatherings or as a guilt-free indulgence, this easy-to-make recipe takes just 30 minutes to prepare and is baked to golden, flaky perfection in under an hour. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a sophisticated yet wholesome dessert experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 200 grams All-purpose flour
• 100 grams Cold unsalted butter
• 60 ml Ice water
• 1 pinch Salt
• 4 pieces Medium-sized Granny Smith apples
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 120 ml Unsweetened apple sauce
• 20 grams Almond flour
• 25 grams Butter, melted

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2

To make the crust, combine the all-purpose flour and a pinch of salt in a mixing bowl.

Step 3

Add the cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes, and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Gradually add the ice water and mix just until the dough comes together. Do not overwork it.

Step 5

Shape the dough into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.

Step 6

Peel and core the Granny Smith apples, then slice them thinly.

Step 7

Toss the apple slices with lemon juice, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.

Step 8

On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a circle about 3mm thick.

Step 9

Place the dough into a 9-inch tart pan, pressing firmly against the bottom and sides. Trim any excess dough.

Step 10

Spread the unsweetened apple sauce evenly over the bottom of the tart shell.

Step 11

Sprinkle the almond flour over the apple sauce to add a slight nutty texture.

Step 12

Arrange the apple slices in a circular pattern over the apple sauce, starting from the outer edge and working towards the center.

Step 13

Brush the melted butter over the arranged apple slices.

Step 14

Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the apples are tender.

Step 15

Allow the tart to cool slightly before removing from the tart pan. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1361.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2241.6

Total Fat 114.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 65.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 272.9mg	0%
Sodium 172.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 288.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.6g	0%
Total Sugars 102.2g
Protein 28.2g	0%

Vitamin D 61.6IU	0%
Calcium 155.9mg	0%
Iron 11.0mg	0%
Potassium 1238.3mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.9%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 50.2%