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Apple Tart Recipe South Africa Recipe

Apple Tart Recipe South Africa Recipe

Apple Tart Recipe South Africa. This beloved South African classic combines tender apples, a soft cake-like tart base, and a rich creamy syrup that soaks into the tart after baking. The result is a wonderfully moist dessert with sweet apple flavor in every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 People
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: South African
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Apple Tart
  • 2 large Granny Smith apples peeled and sliced
  • 2 eggs
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 cup self-rising flour
Pinch of salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • For the Cream Syrup
  • ⅔ cup heavy cream
  • ⅓ cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • 9-inch baking dish
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Saucepan
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

Step 1: Prepare the Oven
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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  2. Grease a 9-inch baking dish or tart dish.
Step 2: Make the Batter
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until light.
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  2. Add the milk and melted butter.
  3. Mix until smooth.
Step 3: Add Dry Ingredients
  1. Add the self-rising flour, salt, and cinnamon.
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  2. Mix until a smooth batter forms.
Step 4: Arrange the Apples
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
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  2. Arrange the apple slices evenly across the top.
Step 5: Bake the Tart
  1. Bake for 30–35 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Step 6: Make the Syrup and Serve
  1. While the tart bakes, combine the cream, sugar, and vanilla in a saucepan.
  2. Heat gently until the sugar dissolves.
  3. Pour the warm syrup over the hot tart immediately after baking.
  4. Allow it to soak in for several minutes before serving. The syrup-soaked finish is a hallmark of many South African apple tart recipes.
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Video

Notes

This South African apple tart pairs wonderfully with:
  • Vanilla custard
  • Fresh whipped cream
  • Vanilla ice cream
  • Caramel sauce
  • Hot coffee
  • Rooibos tea
  • Chai tea
  • Fresh berries