Description
Savory Apple Thyme Tart is a delightful twist on classic apple dishes, combining rich Gruyere cheese with caramelized onions for a comforting experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package Pie Dough
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 medium Yellow Onion
- 1 cup Crème Fraîche
- 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
- 1 cup Gruyere Cheese
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme
- 2 medium Apples
- to taste Salt and Pepper
Instructions
- Roll out your pie dough on a floured surface until it’s about 1/8 inch thick, then press it into two 6-inch tart pans and chill them for 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Line each tart crust with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans; blind bake for 20 minutes and then bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden.
- Melt 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, then add sliced onions and caramelize for 16 minutes.
- In a bowl, combine 1 cup of crème fraîche, 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard, and 1 cup of grated Gruyere; mix in caramelized onions, thyme, and diced apples.
- Pour the filling mixture into each cooled crust and distribute evenly.
- Bake the assembled tart(s) at 350°F (175°C) for 25 to 30 minutes until bubbly.
- Let the tart cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Granny Smith apples balance sweetness and tartness well.
- Feel free to substitute Gruyere with Swiss or fontina.
- Adjust thyme quantity based on your preference.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg