Caramel Apple Pecan Tart

By srumbel

You can use your favorite nut such as almonds or walnuts in place of the pecans.
Author: Carla Cardello (www.chocolatemoosey.com)
Serves: 6-8 servings

Ingredients

• 1 cup chopped pecans, plus more for garnish
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup (2 ounces or 4 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted
• 2 eggs, room temperature
• 1/4 cup whole milk, room temperature
• 1 large apple, cored, peeled, and thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons caramel sauce (homemade or store bought), plus more for drizzling

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350F. Lightly grease a 9-inch fluted tart pan with a removable bottom and place on a baking sheet.
In a food processor, process together the pecans and sugar until blended. Transfer to a large bowl and whisk in the flour, cinnamon, and salt.
Whisk together the melted butter, eggs, and milk then stir into the flour mixture until fully incorporated. Pour batter into the prepared tart pan.
In a large bowl, stir together the apple slices and caramel sauce. Arrange in a circular pattern on top of cake batter. Bake 35-40 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 15 minutes then remove from the pan. Garnish with caramel and pecans then serve warm or at room temperature.