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    Home » Recipes » Sweet Recipes

    Easy Phyllo Apple Tart

    Oct 31, 2014 | by Jennifer | Last Updated: Jul 10, 2021

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    This phyllo apple tart is sweet, fruity and crispy and a quick and easy apple dessert as it start with store-bought phyllo dough! For ultimate enjoyment, serve warm with ice cream.

    Frilly Phyllo Apple Tart

    This week I was cooking with phyllo. I made a delicious quiche earlier in the week with a phyllo crust (you'll find the recipe on the Mushrooms Canada blog early next week!). With half the roll of phyllo left, this frilly fruity tart was born. It's great for using up left-over phyllo!

    (As an aside, phyllo can be re-frozen, as long as it was keep moist while it was thawed. It will also keep (well-wrapped) in the fridge for about 2 weeks. I know this because I googled it a few days ago, but thought I'd share to save you the time, in case you were wondering :)

    This apple tart is a quick and easy dessert that's perfect eaten warm with some vanilla ice cream. Although I baked it up in a pie plate I honestly didn't think I would be able to slice it as you would a pie. In fact though, I was surprised at how sturdy it ended up being. Nonetheless, I scooped it out with a spoon and plopped it in to to a bowl to enjoy.

    If you're just serving adults, a splash of some booze in the filling would be a nice touch. Rum, brandy, whiskey, calvados - all good choices.

    Frilly Phyllo Apple Tart

    Tips for working with phyllo: Thawing in the refrigerator (in the box) is best. Don't get your phyllo out of the fridge until you have everything ready to go (melted butter/oven pre-heated) and your filling is cooked and cooled. You can use melted butter or cooking spray between your phyllo layers. Cooking spray is easier, quicker and of course, would have less calories that using butter (but if you're making a dessert, that is maybe a moot point ;). Be sure to have damp, clean tea towel handy to cover your phyllo while not working with it. Wrap any leftovers well as soon as you're done and refrigerate or freeze.

    Frilly Phyllo Apple Tart

    phyllo topped apple tart in pan

    Phyllo Apple Tart

    Be sure to allow the apple filling to cool to room temperature or make ahead and use chilled, before assembling your tart. You can use any kind of apple for this one. For adults, a splash of rum, brandy, whiskey or calvados (apple brandy) would be nice in the filling.
    Author: Jennifer
    5 stars from 3 ratings
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    Prep Time 20 mins
    Cook Time 30 mins
    Total Time 50 mins
    Course Dessert
    Servings 6 servings

    Ingredients
     

    For the apple filling:

    • 4 Tbsp. butter
    • 5 medium apples, peeled, cored and sliced in to 1/2 inch slices
    • 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
    • Pinch salt
    • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
    • 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream, or a lighter 18 or 10% cream mixed with 2 tsp. of cornstarch
    • Optional: splash of rum, brandy, whiskey or calvados

    For assembly:

    • 5-6 sheets phyllo dough, thawed
    • 2 Tbsp. melted butter
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    Instructions
     

    • Prepare the filling: Melt 4 Tbsp. butter in a frying pan over medium heat. Cut your peeled apples in to quarters, remove the core, then slice into 1/2-inch slices. Add apple slices to your pan and cook, stirring, until apples are tender. Sprinkle with cinnamon and a pinch of salt. Add brown sugar and cream. Stir to combine. Allow mixture to cook, bubbling, until sauce reduces and thickens slightly. Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature (or make ahead and refrigerate until ready to assemble).
    • To make tart: Preheat oven to 350° F. Melt butter and have a pastry brush ready. Have a damp, clean tea towel handy. Brush your pie plate with a bit of melted butter. Remove thawed phyllo from fridge. Take one full sheet and brush lightly with melted butter. Keep the remaining phyllo covered with damp towel while you aren't working with it. Drape the phyllo sheet over the pie plate. Don't try to press it down at this point, as it may tear. Butter another sheet of phyllo and lay it over the bottom sheet at an angle to the first one. Repeat with a third sheet of phyllo, buttering and then laying it over the pie plate at an angle to the first two. At this point, you should have covered all of the pie plate. If not, add another layer.
    • Gently press down in the centre of the pie plate to make a cavity. Using kitchen scissors, trim the excess phyllo to within 1 inch of the edge of the pie plate. Reserve scraps. Add your cooled or refrigerated apple filling to the pie plate. Fold the edges of the phyllo in towards the filling to make a neat edge. Brush with melted butter. Take the reserved phyllo scraps and one piece at a time, scrunch them up and place on top of the filling until the top is covered (you may need to use an additional sheet of buttered phyllo to cover it all). Dap lightly over the scrunched up phyllo with butter. Place pie plate on to a baking sheet and bake in the pre-heated oven for about 30 minutes. Be sure to watch closely near the end to ensure the phyllo doesn't burn. It should be a lovely over-all golden colour. As the filling is already cooked, you don't need to worry about the apples being cooked. Just be sure the phyllo is cooked and golden.
    • Transfer pie plate to a cooling rack and allow to cool for 10-15 minutes before eating. Lovely served with vanilla ice cream.

    Nutrition

    Sodium: 197mg | Calcium: 54mg | Vitamin C: 7mg | Vitamin A: 595IU | Sugar: 51g | Fiber: 4g | Potassium: 230mg | Cholesterol: 45mg | Calories: 406kcal | Saturated Fat: 10g | Fat: 16g | Protein: 1g | Carbohydrates: 65g | Iron: 1mg

    Nutritional information provided for general guidance only and should not be relied upon to make personal health decisions.

    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American, Canadian
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    Hi! I'm Jennifer, a home-cook of many years and a lifelong seeker of delicious food! I'm an equal opportunity eater. I enjoy eating all the foods!

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    Comments

    1. Linda Hetherington says

      September 04, 2021 at 8:52 pm

      What size pie plate do I use? I have a pretty deep dish one. Can this be used?

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        September 04, 2021 at 9:13 pm

        Hi Linda, If you only have a deep dish pie plate, it will work, though it may not fill up the plate as well. The pie plate shown here is a regular, shallow pie plate.

        Reply
    2. Lisa says

      August 02, 2019 at 4:46 pm

      5 stars
      This tart was delicious! Easy to make.

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        August 03, 2019 at 10:24 am

        So glad you enjoyed it, Lisa :) Thanks!

        Reply
    3. Victoria says

      November 07, 2018 at 3:39 pm

      Very nice recipe and pretty too!
      I added a tiny touch of allspice an nutmeg and a splash of rum!

      Thank you for sharing, easy and fun.❤️??????

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        November 08, 2018 at 8:15 am

        Thanks Victoria :)

        Reply
    4. Jodi says

      August 01, 2018 at 5:14 pm

      5 stars
      Made this but added pecan liquor, Rivulet, to apples. Then mixed some of the pecan liquor with homemade caramel and poured on top. Yummy!!!!!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        August 02, 2018 at 1:50 pm

        So glad ou enjoyed it, Jodi :) Thanks!

        Reply
    5. Baby June says

      December 06, 2014 at 2:19 pm

      Gorgeous! I have to say, I am in love with your blog now. :D

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        December 06, 2014 at 2:37 pm

        Thanks very much!

        Reply
    6. Alexandra @ Confessions of a Bright-Eyed Baker says

      November 04, 2014 at 4:11 pm

      Such a fun spin on a classic tart - and it sounds incredibly good! SO gorgeous too :) Love those flaky phyllo bits on top.

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        November 04, 2014 at 8:42 pm

        Thanks Alexandra. It was fun to make and delicious!

        Reply
    7. Amy | Club Narwhal says

      November 03, 2014 at 3:26 pm

      Oh good heavens, this is the prettiest thing I ever did see! And now I know how I'm going to use the phyllo dough languishing in my freezer. I just want to cozy up with a giant slice of this goodness :)

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        November 03, 2014 at 6:39 pm

        Thanks so much, Amy. Yes, this is the perfect use for your leftover phyllo!

        Reply
    8. [email protected] says

      November 03, 2014 at 5:20 am

      I am absolutely in love with this apple tart. So flaky and dreamy! Absolutely gorgeous, Jennifer. Wow! Still around 18C-20C in London but I definitely appreciate our weather after returning from St Petersburg, Russia earlier this week where it was -8C!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        November 03, 2014 at 7:04 am

        Thanks Julia! Yes, we're not in Russian territory ... yet :)

        Reply
    9. Jessica @ Sweet Menu says

      November 02, 2014 at 10:11 pm

      What a pretty dessert! Just love the ripples from the pastry - impressive dessert to serve to guests!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        November 03, 2014 at 7:03 am

        Thanks so much, Jessica. And yes, a lot of pretty for a simple dessert!

        Reply
    10. Sarah | Broma Bakery says

      November 02, 2014 at 10:50 am

      Just GORGEOUS! It just snowed here in Michigan, too. I woke up to snow caked to our windowsill and nearly cried. I'm never going to give up on the dream, though. Never.

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        November 02, 2014 at 11:02 am

        Thanks so much, Sarah. And yes, Michiganers can definitely relate, too :)

        Reply
    11. Jessica | A Happy Food Dance says

      November 01, 2014 at 11:50 pm

      5 stars
      I just want to grab one of those toasted phyllo pieces off top and pop it in my mouth! This looks incredible Jennifer - pinned!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        November 02, 2014 at 7:54 am

        Thanks Jessica. That topping might have been my favourite part ;)

        Reply
    12. Katie @ Butterlust says

      November 01, 2014 at 1:27 pm

      This tart is absolutely stunning! I just love the texture that the frilly phyllo adds - beautiful!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        November 01, 2014 at 7:23 pm

        Thanks Katie. Bakes up lovely and crispy!

        Reply
    13. Millie | Add A Little says

      November 01, 2014 at 6:15 am

      SO beautiful Jennifer - it looks so fancy!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        November 01, 2014 at 8:07 am

        Thanks Millie. It may look fancy, but so simple to make!

        Reply
    14. Laura (Tutti Dolci) says

      October 31, 2014 at 6:53 pm

      What a pretty fall tart, I love the combination of flaky phyllo and apples!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        October 31, 2014 at 9:27 pm

        Thanks Laura. It was perfect together!

        Reply
    15. sue/the view from great island says

      October 31, 2014 at 11:59 am

      I have to admit it, phyllo dough scares me, but I think I could actually do this, and what a gorgeous texture this tart has. As for the snow, all I can say is, count your blessings, here in Los Angeles we haven't had a drop of moisture in I don't know how long, and until today it's been in the 90s. It's super hard to get in the holiday spirit!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        October 31, 2014 at 12:26 pm

        Thanks Sue. This one is super easy, especially since most of the phyllo gets scrunched up. Honestly, I don't mind snow. I think I'd just like a little less of it :)

        Reply
    16. Liz @ Floating Kitchen says

      October 31, 2014 at 10:54 am

      Ugh. Snow. I'm so not ready. But I'm totally ready for this tart. And I think I will now require that every recipe has the word "frilly" in the title. Because it's so darn cute!!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        October 31, 2014 at 11:07 am

        Thanks Liz and I love that word, too. Just seemed so appropriate here :)

        Reply
    17. Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar says

      October 31, 2014 at 10:33 am

      Dreaming for snow to begin at Christmas is DEFINITELY a Canadian dream. I remember having so many of my costumes go over my snowsuit as I walked around the streets looking porky instead of cute. Ahhhh well!

      I can't possibly express how much I want to make this. The title alone suits this recipe perfectly! It certainly IS frilly and totally gorgeous! Lovely. Just lovely.

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        October 31, 2014 at 11:06 am

        Thanks Katrina! I feel badly for the little trick or treaters tonight. They'll need to bundle up ... and break out the snow boots.

        Reply

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