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Marlborough Tart

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This elegant Marlborough Tart features a buttery pastry crust filled with a rich, velvety custard made from homemade applesauce, eggs, cream, and a splash of sherry. The addition of fresh lemon zest and juice balances the sweetness, creating a sophisticated flavor profile that is both comforting and refined. Ideal for afternoon tea or as a sophisticated dessert for special occasions, this tart showcases the timeless appeal of fruit-based custards. The homemade applesauce ensures a smooth, silky texture that sets perfectly as it cools, offering a tender bite with every slice.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6
Calories: 267.7
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian
Description
This elegant Marlborough Tart features a buttery pastry crust filled with a rich, velvety custard made from homemade applesauce, eggs, cream, and a splash of sherry. The addition of fresh lemon zest and juice balances the sweetness, creating a sophisticated flavor profile that is both comforting and refined. Ideal for afternoon tea or as a sophisticated dessert for special occasions, this tart showcases the timeless appeal of fruit-based custards. The homemade applesauce ensures a smooth, silky texture that sets perfectly as it cools, offering a tender bite with every slice.
Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup Applesauce
  • 1/2 cup Sugar
  • 2/3 cup Light cream
  • 1 pie crust Pastry for 9-inch tart
  • 1 lemon Grated rind and juice
  • 1/4 cup Sherry
  • 3 large Eggs
  • 10 medium Gravenstein or similar tart apples
  • 1 cup Water
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat the oven to 400&# 194;°F (200ðC).
  2. 2
    Prepare the applesauce: Peel, core, and thinly slice the 10 apples.
  3. 3
    Place sliced apples in a saucepan with 1 cup of water. Cover and cook over low heat for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender.
  4. 4
    Remove from heat and blend the cooked apples in an electric blender or pass through a fine sieve to create a smooth sauce.
  5. 5
    Return the applesauce to the saucepan, add 1 cup of granulated sugar, and cook over brisk heat for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. 6
    Remove from heat and let the applesauce cool to room temperature, but do not chill.
  7. 7
    Line a 9-inch pie pan with the pastry crust and refrigerate while preparing the filling.
  8. 8
    In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled applesauce with 1/2 cup sugar, 2/3 cup light cream, lemon rind, lemon juice, and sherry.
  9. 9
    Beat the 3 eggs well and stir them into the applesauce mixture.
  10. 10
    Pour the filling into the chilled pastry shell.
  11. 11
    Bake at 400ðF (200ðC) for 10 minutes.
  12. 12
    Reduce oven temperature to 325ðF (160ðC) and continue baking for 45 minutes, or until the center is set.
  13. 13
    Remove from oven and allow to cool completely on a wire rack. The filling will firm up as it cools.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 267.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14.5g23%
Saturated Fat 8.8g45%
Cholesterol 44.0mg15%
Sodium 4.2mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 35.2g12%
Dietary Fiber 0.7g3%
Sugars 34.0g
Protein 0.9g2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: applesauce, british, custard, dessert, eggs, lemon, marlborough, pastry, sherry, tart, traditional, vegetarian, home-baked, comfort food
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