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Easy Apple Pecan Tart Recipe

January 15, 2021 By Jere Cassidy 15 Comments

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Cutting an apple pecan tart slice.

This Easy Apple Pecan Tart recipe is a simple homemade dessert that looks like it came from a French baker’s oven, but you can bake this rustic tart yourself. What you get is a buttery flaky crust and fresh apples baked with a sprinkling of sugar, butter, vanilla, and pecans. That’s it, a tart that is rustic, simple, and delicious. 

A baked glazed apple tart.

 

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Even though I love a good slice of apple pie with cinnamon and spices, sometimes all the spices overwhelm the apples themselves. For this recipe, you are getting the full flavor of the apples with just sugar, butter, and vanilla for flavor. Because the apples aren’t precooked they stay a little firm after baking for some nice texture. 

This dessert is totally simplistic in flavor. It is similar to an apple galette but since it’s a long rectangle and not round I am calling it a tart.

Ingredients

Ingredients for an apple pecan tart.

What apples are good for baking?

It depends – if you need a sweet or a tart apple

  • Braeburn – mildly sweet, these apples stay firm when baked
  • Cortland – slightly tart and juicy, perfect for baking
  • Fuji – mildly sweet and a little tart, they are crisp and firm
  • Gala – a crispy sweet mild-flavored apple
  • Golden Delicious – sweet with a mellow flavor, a perfect baking apple
  • Granny Smith – a tart apple
  • Honey Crisp – a nice sweet juicy apple
  • Jonathan – tart with a spicy flavor
  • Jonagold – a bit tangy and sweet

In this apple tart, Granny Smith apples are mixed with a sweet apple such as Gala.  Both stay nice and firm when baked, and deliver just the right flavor and texture to make this tart a favorite dessert recipe.  You can always use just one type of apple too, I just like to mix things up.  

Using a double-crust pie dough

This tart recipe takes a basic double pie crust recipe.  I always make a double-crust pie recipe for several reasons. 

 When I need a pie crust I want to make sure I have plenty to roll out and fit properly in my pie or tart pan.  Using a recipe for a double-crust will result in you having extra dough left but I have found a single crust many times just doesn’t give me enough dough to roll out and work with.  So….it’s up to you on using a single or double crust recipe.

 Having extra dough allows you to make some other delicious treats like these Jelly Roll Pie Tarts. These tarts are simply pie dough filled with your favorite jam or jelly.   If I don’t make these tarts my kids start complaining. Galettes are also perfect for using leftover pie crust and this Apple Cranberry Galette is so easy to make.

I realized if I am making pie dough I might as well make a double batch and what I don’t use I can freeze the leftovers. If you have small pie plates, this leftover dough is perfect to use for mini pies and small galettes.

My preference for using pie dough over using puff pastry is the pie dough holds up better. Puff pastry is excellent when eaten warm, but after it cools the puffiness of the pastry collapses and just loses all its goodness. 

Let’s bake

Step 1. Make the tart dough using this recipe for How to Make A Flaky Pie Crust.  It is best to let the dough chill first for an hour.
Step 2. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.  For this recipe, you need a large baking sheet.
Step 3. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to a little larger than 18″ x 6″ and cut the sides to make them straight. Then roll the dough up on the rolling pin and transfer to a baking sheet. 
Step 4. Roll a 1/2″ of the sides of the dough in to form a rim and then press down with fork tines to seal. If you have room in the refrigerator, place the dough there to chill while preparing the apples. 
rolling and cutting tart dough.
Step 5. Place thinly sliced apple slices in a bowl and toss with the sugar and vanilla.
Step 6. Arrange the apple slices side-by-side on the tart dough. 
Step 7. Bake for 30 minutes, then remove the tart and scatter the pecans over the top, and tucking pieces in the nooks and crannies. Return to the oven and bake for 15 more minutes. 
Step 8. Remove the tart and let cool. Meanwhile, heat the apricot jam for 30 seconds in the microwave, then brush the top of the tart with the jam.
Steps for making an apple tart.
Step 9. Slide the tart onto a serving platter and cut into slices. Serve warm and enjoy!
Slicing a tart.
This tart is a thing of beauty. The apples are caramelized, the pecans are toasted and the apricot jam lends a bit of shine.  I love the long rectangle shape.  It is so easy to cut and serve.  Just slice between the row of apples and make a nice little square to serve. Enjoy!!

Baking Tips

  • Try to slice your apples all the same size and rather thin, this way to stack nicely.
  • Wait to put the pecans on the tart near the end of baking, otherwise, they will burn if you add them at the beginning of baking.
  • This tart bakes for 45 minutes, watch the crust to make sure it is not getting too brown.

Equipment for baking

Normally I use rimmed baking sheets for my cookies and other baked goods, but for this tart, I use these rimless baking sheets which make it easy to slide this tart off onto a platter for serving.  

More tart recipes to try

During the summer when peaches are at their ripes try this Peach Almond Tart with Vanilla Bean, it is a family favorite.

Another summer favorite is these Strawberry Curd Tarts.

Pecan Tassies are a classic pastry to serve during the holidays, but we like them all through the year.  They are delectable bite-sized treats.

For the chocolate lover, this Dark Chocolate Ganache Tart is AMAZING. It’s rich, and silky smooth and topped with whipped cream rosettes.

Slices of an apple tart with pecans.
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Apple Pecan Tart Recipe

A delicious rustic apple tart with a flaky crust filled with sugared apples for a simple to make tart.
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Course Tart
Cuisine Dessert
Keyword apple dessert, apple tart, how to make an apple tart
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 628kcal
Author Jere' Cassidy

Equipment

flat baking sheet
pastry blender

Ingredients

Tart Dough

  • 1 tart dough, chilled

Tart Ingredients

  • 2-3 large apples use a good baking apple that will stay firm
  • 2 tbls. sugar
  • 2 tbls. butter melted
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/4 cup apricot jam

Instructions

Dough instructions

  • Mix the flour and salt in a large bowl
  • Add cold shortening and cold butter that has been cut into small cubes to the flour and toss with the flour to coat.
  • Using a pastry blender or two knives, cut in the shortening/butter until the size of small peas.
  • Add ice cold water to the flour mixture one tablespoon at a time mixing with a fork just until the dough starts to stick together. If the dough is too dry, add 1 teaspoon of water at a time until the dough sticks together.
  • Gather up the dough into a disk and wrap in plastic, and chill until ready to use.

Preparing the Tart

  • Preheat the oven to 375°
  • One a floured board, roll out the tart dough to an 1/8" thick rectangle that is a bit larger than about 18" x 6". Cut the sides to make them straight.
  • Move the dough onto a flat sheet pan by rolling the dough up around the rolling pin. brush water on the edges and turn in the sides to make a 1/2" rim. You can use a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper so you can pick up the tart and move it.
  • With a fork, lightly press into the dough to seal the rim. If you have room in the refrigerator, place the dough there to chill while preparing the apples.
  • Peel, core, and quarter the apples, then cut into 1/8" thick slices. Put the slices in a large bowl and toss with the sugar, vanilla, and the melted butter.
  • Arrange two rows of apple slices on top of the dough. They should fit nicely side-by-side.
  • Place the tart in the oven and bake for 30 minutes, remove the baking sheet from the oven and sprinkle the chopped pecans on top and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
  • When done, let the tart cool slightly. Microwave the apricot jam for 30 seconds just to warm it up then brush on top of the tart.
  • Slide the tart onto a serving platter and cut into slices.
  • Cover any leftovers with plastic wrap and keep them for several days.

Notes

Tart dough recipe
Baking Tips 
  • Slice the apples into thin slices and try to get them the same size so they stack and bake evenly.
  • Wait to add the pecans near the end of the baking time. If they are added for the whole baking time they will burn.
  • The apples will still be a bit firm after baking.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 628kcal | Carbohydrates: 64g | Protein: 6.8g | Fat: 39.9g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 510mg

First Published: Oct. 4, 2014… Last Updated: Jan. 15, 2021

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Comments

  1. Kim Guzman

    April 7, 2021 at 7:00 pm

    5 stars
    I can hardly wait to try this. I love apple desserts and I love that you’ve suggested two different varieties. Excellent idea!

    Reply
    • Jere Cassidy

      April 11, 2021 at 6:54 pm

      The different apple varieties really add to the flavor.

      Reply
  2. Addison

    April 7, 2021 at 6:02 pm

    Ooh I love apples and pecans together! This recipe is so fresh and flavorful!

    Reply
  3. Sunrita

    April 6, 2021 at 10:44 pm

    I daughter loves apple desserts. We made this together and now she can make this whenever she wishes. Thanks for the recipe

    Reply
  4. Adriana Lopez

    April 6, 2021 at 9:51 pm

    5 stars
    I happen to have all the ingredients at home, so making this tonight. A good slice of a homemade tart is in the works!

    Reply
    • Jere Cassidy

      April 11, 2021 at 6:55 pm

      Don’t you love it when you find a recipe and you don’t need to run to the store for ingredients?

      Reply
  5. Linda

    April 6, 2021 at 9:08 pm

    5 stars
    This apple tart looks absolutely delicious and perfect for dessert with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

    Reply
  6. Linda

    February 24, 2021 at 10:01 pm

    5 stars
    I love apple tart and it’s hard to say no to a warm apple pecan tart like this.

    Reply
    • Jere Cassidy

      February 28, 2021 at 9:13 am

      No kidding, warm apples with pecans on top is always good!

      Reply
  7. Raquel

    February 24, 2021 at 8:48 am

    5 stars
    We love apple desserts! I love how simple this is to make!

    Reply
  8. Jessica Formicola

    February 24, 2021 at 7:07 am

    5 stars
    I love anything with apples, and this tart looks like perfection! I’ll definitely be making this over the weekend!

    Reply
  9. Andréa Janssen

    February 24, 2021 at 6:18 am

    5 stars
    This is my new favorite apple tart recipe. I love the addition of the pecans. It was so delicious.

    Reply
  10. Lindsay Howerton-Hastings

    February 24, 2021 at 3:32 am

    5 stars
    This is so yummy. I love the addition of the pecans for crunch and flavor!

    Reply
  11. Eve

    February 19, 2017 at 11:31 pm

    5 stars
    This is truly comfort food. I will definitely try it.

    Reply
    • OneHotOven

      February 20, 2017 at 4:51 am

      You are right.

      Reply

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