Super Apple and Almond Tart

This apple and almond tart is a delightful dessert that showcases the flavors of fresh apples and crunchy almonds. The tender and flaky crust is filled with a luscious almond cream and topped with thinly sliced apples. Baked to perfection, the tart is finished with a shiny glaze and a sprinkle of toasted almonds. It's a wonderful treat to enjoy during apple season or any time of the year.

Ingredients

For the Pâte Brisée Pastry:

250 grams all-purpose flour (plus a little for dusting the tin)

1 teaspoon caster sugar

1 teaspoon salt

150 grams butter (diced plus a little extra for greasing)

1 egg

1 splash milk (cold)

For the Apple Filling:

4 apples (Worcester Pearmains or Cox's)

For the Almond Cream Filling:

115 grams unsalted butter (at room temperature)

85 grams caster sugar

85 grams almonds (ground)

2 teaspoon all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon cornflour (cornstarch)

1 large egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Glaze:

1/2 jar apricot preserve

1 tablespoons water