The Apricot Tart (Tarte Aux Abricots) Low Fat is a delightful dessert combining flaky phyllo dough with the sweet, tangy flavors of apricot. Perfect for a light treat, the recipe is easy to follow and results in a stunning presentation that will impress anyone lucky enough to enjoy a slice.
When making the Apricot Tart, feel free to swap out the phyllo dough for puff pastry if you prefer a flakier crust, though it may add some calories. Fresh apricots are lovely, but if they’re out of season, canned apricots packed in juice can work in a pinch. Keep in mind that using a different type of jam can also be a fun twist. Just be cautious about allergies related to nuts or gluten if you choose alternative doughs.
Pies & Tarts
Apricot Tart ( Tarte Aux Abricots) Low Fat Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 sheets phyllo dough
- 2 teaspoons unsalted butter, melted
- 4 tablespoons apricot jam
- 10 very ripe apricots, pitted and cut into 8 slices each
- 4 teaspoons packed light brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
- Lay 1 sheet of phyllo dough on parchment paper, making sure to keep the remainder covered with a damp paper towel to prevent it from drying out. Use a pastry brush to lightly coat the phyllo dough with 1 teaspoon of melted butter.
- Place the 2nd sheet of phyllo dough on top and brush with another teaspoon of butter, repeating the process with the remaining phyllo and butter until all four sheets are stacked.
- Coat four tart pans with removable bottoms using nonstick spray, ensuring an easy release later on.
- Using a 6-inch pastry ring, cut out 4 circles from the stacked phyllo dough. Fit each circle into a tart pan, gently pressing it down.
- Place a circle of parchment paper in each pan and weigh it down with rice or dry beans. Blind bake the pans on a baking sheet for 10 minutes, then remove them from the oven and carefully take out the weights.
- Increase the oven temperature to 375 degrees.
- Spread 1 tablespoon of apricot jam on the bottom of each tart shell. Arrange 20 slices of apricot in each shell, fitting them as tightly as possible for a beautiful presentation. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of light brown sugar over the top of each tart.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until the apricots are tender and the tops are nicely glazed. Serve warm or at room temperature for the best flavor.
Part of our Homemade Pie and Tart Recipes collection — Part 1 of 5:
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