Behold the beauty of this swirly apple tart, and simply skip the top crust.
Instructions
1
Create the dough
2
Preheat the oven to 400°F. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Cut in the butter until the mixture is crumbly. Sprinkle with cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, and toss with a fork until the dough can be formed into a ball.
3
Form the crust
4
On a floured surface, roll out the dough into a 13-inch circle. Place the tart on an ungreased 12-inch pizza pan. Turn the edges under itself.
5
Assemble the apple tart
6
Beginning at the outside, arrange the apples in a circular pattern, overlapping each slice. Make a second circle facing the opposite direction. Continue alternating directions until the crust is covered.
7
Brush the apples with the melted butter, and sprinkle the top with sugar. Bake until the apples are tender and the crust is beautifully golden, 40 to 50 minutes.
8
Brush with preserves
9
Whisk together the apricot preserves and water. Brush the mixture over the apples until every apple is coated and looks shiny and glossy. Cut the apple tart, and serve warm.
