A light, golden base and a juicy filling, with a soft apple flavor thanks to the apple cider and a delicious caramelized layer on the surface. These are the characteristics of it Cider tarta homemade dessert that is very easy to prepare and has Asturian drink as the main actor. It’s not just that perfect fall dessertbut it is also an exquisite ending to special lunches and dinners like those of Christmasespecially when served alongside a scoop of ice cream or whipped cream to highlight the flavor of the dessert.
The Cider tart It consists of a classic shortcrust pastry base and a soft filling made from natural must, egg, sugar and cream, which provides a creamy texture and an aromatic golden finish after baking. It is recommended to use natural apple cider to achieve the characteristic taste.
- Preparation: 20 minutes
- Cooking: 45 minutes
- Rest/cool down: 1 hour
Total time: 2 hours and 5 minutes
- 1 sheet of shortcrust pastry
- 300 ml natural apple cider
- 100g white sugar
- 100 ml liquid whipped cream (at least 35% fat)
- 3 eggs
- 30 g corn starch (cornstarch)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- 1 pinch of salt
- Butter for greasing the mold
- Preheat the oven to 180°C And grease a round shape, preferably removable, with butter.
- Spread the shortcrust pastry in the tin, align the edges well and prick the bottom with a fork to avoid bubbles during baking.
- Cook the raw base for 10 minutes, covering it with baking paper and dried vegetables so that it does not open.
- Meanwhile in a pot Reduce the cider over medium heat until the flavor concentrates and only about 200 ml are left. Allow to cool.
- In a bowl, mix the sugar with the cornstarch and a pinch of salt.
- Add the eggs one at a time and beat until well combined without foaming too much.
- Add the liquid cream and reduced apple cider (and vanilla if using) and mix until smooth.
- Pour the mixture over the pre-baked base and smoothes the surface.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the filling is set but still slightly wobbly in the center.
- Allow to cool completely Roll out before unmolding and serve with a little powdered sugar or ice cream, if desired.
Makes 8 servings.
- Calories: approx. 290 kcal
- Fat: 13g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Sugar: 20g
- Protein: 5g
It should be noted that these are estimates and the exact nutritional values will depend on the specific ingredients used in preparation and the amounts in each serving.
Covered and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Keep away from moisture to keep the dough crispy. It can be frozen, but the filling may lose consistency once thawed.
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