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    Author: Donna | Published: Aug 16, 2019 | Modified: Aug 4, 2020

    Honey and Chai-Spiced Warm Apple Crostata

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    This Honey and Chai-Spiced Warm Apple Crostata holds all the beautiful comforting flavors of Fall. With a homemade crostata dough, this dessert pairs perfectly with a cold night in front of the fire, a big scoop of ice cream and a nice cup of tea. Best served when warm so the crust is crispy and buttery all at the same time, this warm apple crostata also works well as leftovers the next day. Cooked properly it should retain its crispiness for a few days. I am not going to judge you if you enjoy some for breakfast.

    warm apple crostata on a wooden board surrounded by fresh cream, star anise and cinnamon

    Honey and Chai-Spiced Warm Apple Crostata

    This beautiful Fall dessert is just bursting with warming, comforting flavors that will have you feeling like snuggling in front of the fire in no time. We are talking:

    • a crumbly, buttery crostata dough
    • fresh apples cut into thin slices and cooked at a high temperature so they are still full of all that beautiful juice
    • fragrant chai spices
    • fresh, local honey drizzled on top

    That's it.

    These pretty simple ingredients combine to make the most flavorful dessert with belly and soul-warming flavors.

    up close shot of a warm apple crostata with a dollop of ice cream on top

    Step By Step Making of the Warm Apple Crostata

    The rusticity of a good warm apple crostata just adds to its gorgeousness.

    There is no pretense here.

    This is a collection of simple ingredients gathered inside a messy homemade crostata dough and baked at a high temperature until it is buttery, juicy and crispy all at once.

    step by step process of making a warm apple crostata
    • 1. arrange your thinly sliced apples in a haphazard way. Don't think about it too much, just arrange them in different angles to give it a fun and different look
    • 2. sprinkle on some homemade or store-bought chai spice mix. The store-bought version I usually buy has just shut up shop and I am still trying to find another one I love. In the meantime, this one has great reviews and ingredients
    • drizzle with some honey. Try to find some local honey if you can. If you have a local farmers market you will no doubt find some there
    • fold up the ends of the crostata dough to enclose all of the spiced apples inside. Make sure there are no holes otherwise the juice may get out and lead to a soggy crust, and no one wants a soggy crostata, believe me!
    brushing the egg wash on the crostata dough
    Make sure there are no holes in the dough, otherwise the liquid may leak out and you will end up with a soggy crust.

    How To Store A Crostata

    Crostatas are best enjoyed pretty much straight from the oven.

    I usually let mine cool for about 5 minutes and then serve with either:

    • ice cream
    • fresh cream
    • custard
    • a nice whole milk yogurt

    If you can't finish a whole crostata in one night do not fear.

    It will store well in the fridge, it just may not be as crispy the next day, but I haven't had any complaints when I have sent it in with my hubby for work the next day!

    Oh and if you can't find a good storebought chai spice blend, or you prefer to make your own then this one from Masala Herb is perfect.

    crostata on a wooden board with a slice removed and served on a white plate with a dollop of cream

    Happy eating

    xx

    warm apple crostata on a wooden board surrounded by fresh cream, star anise and cinnamon

    Honey Chai-Spiced Warm Apple Crostata

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    A delicious no-fuss buttery crust surrounds fresh and juicy apples and belly warming local honey and chai spice. Fall flavours gathered together in one spot. Best served warm with a dollop of ice cream, yogurt or cream.
    5 from 11 votes
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    Prep Time 20 mins
    Cook Time 50 mins
    Total Time 1 hr 10 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine Sweet
    Servings 8 serves
    Calories 313 kcal

    Equipment

    • Pizza stone

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 cups unbleached all purpose flour
    • ½ teaspoon sea salt
    • ½ cup plus 7 tablespoon unsalted butter cut into small pieces and chilled
    • ¼ cup ice water
    • 5 apples thinly sliced
    • 2 tablespoon chai spice see notes
    • 2 tablespoon fresh local honey
    • 2 tablespoon coconut sugar
    • 1 large egg yolk whisked with 1tsp water
    • extra coconut sugar for dusting optional

    Instructions
     

    • To Make The Dough
    • Pop the flour and salt into a food processor, and pulse to combine. Add in half the butter and pulse until combined, and butter is covered in flour. Add the rest of the butter, and pulse again until just coated with flour
    • Transfer the mixture to a bowl. Drizzle in the ice water, and toss with a fork until the mixture just begins to come together
    • Using your hands, gather the dough and gently knead until the dough is holding together. It is important not to handle the dough too much. Shape it into a thick circle, wrap in plastic wrap and pop in the fridge for at least 2 hours
    • For the Galette
    • Preheat oven to 425F and make sure you have a rack in the middle of the oven. If you are using a pizza/baking stone then pop that in and let it preheat for at least 45 minutes (if you don't have one don't worry)
    • Remove dough from the fridge at least 10 minutes before you need to use it so that it isn't too cold. Unwrap and place the dough between 2 sheets of parchment paper and use a rolling pin to flatten it into a 15 inch circle
    • Remove the top sheet of parchment, leave the bottom sheet and transfer the dough to a baking sheet (still on the bottom sheet of parchment).
    • Starting about 2 inches from the edge, add the apple slices in rings. Scatter the chai spice on top, followed by the honey and coconut sugar
    • Gently fold the edges of the dough over the fruit to make a rim. This does not have to look neat, but just make sure there are no holes for the juices to seep through
    • Brush with the egg wash (sprinkle the edges with extra coconut sugar if you wish)
    • Using scissors, cut the exposed areas of the parchment paper. Slide the galette onto the baking/pizza stone in the oven and bake for about 50 minutes, until the crust is golden. If you don't have a stone, then just use the baking sheet
    • Remove from the oven and move to a rack to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm

    Notes

    For detailed instructions on making the dough please see the notes in the post above.
    To make your own chai spice this recipe is great.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 313kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 4gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 157mgPotassium: 164mgFiber: 4gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 448IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 27mgIron: 2mg
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    Comments

    1. Trish Bozeman says

      September 10, 2019 at 6:42 am

      Love the apples and the chai spice together! A great way to make your house smell like fall! Pass me a fork and a napkin!

      Reply
    2. Tina says

      September 09, 2019 at 12:19 am

      This recipe just screams welcome to the fall season! This looks simple to make and the addition of the Chai spice adds a bit of variety outside of the normal spices I would think to use, what a great idea! Definitely on my list to make this season!

      Reply
    3. Dana says

      September 05, 2019 at 2:11 am

      Oh my heart. This screams fall and is therefor speaking to me hard right now because I am SO ready for the cooler weather and all of these warming spices that come with it! This plus some mulled wine out on the deck in the crisp air and I'm set.

      Reply
      • Donna says

        September 05, 2019 at 4:53 pm

        Can I join you? That sounds amazing!

        Reply
    4. Marisa F. Stewart says

      September 03, 2019 at 2:24 am

      Love the ease of rustic desserts. Apple season is almost here and this is one dessert I have got to make. Love the seasoning of the chai - very complimentary to the apples. This is the type of treat that I can make easily and yet it would taste fantastic.

      Reply
    5. Debra says

      September 02, 2019 at 11:44 pm

      What perfect timing to stumble upon this recipe. I'm hosting Rosh Hashanah lunch and always try to make something new with apples. The flavors in this will be awesome...everyone's going to love it.

      Reply
      • Donna says

        September 03, 2019 at 2:00 pm

        Oh that sounds lovely Debra, enjoy!

        Reply
    6. Sarah says

      August 31, 2019 at 10:15 am

      I’ve made apple crostata but I’ve never added spices to the dough! I love that idea! It must add a whole new level of flavor. I’ll try that next time!

      Reply
    7. Tina says

      August 28, 2019 at 5:13 am

      I have never heard of a Crostata before. I really like the rustic look to this and what a perfect Fall dessert. Going to have to make this for Sunday dinner, it's so pretty.

      Reply
    8. Gloria says

      August 28, 2019 at 4:41 am

      WOW...apple season is just around the corner. This looks amazing. Love the rustic appearance. Perfect for dessert, on the weekend brunch menu, or the perfect pairing to my afternoon latte.

      Reply
    9. wilhelmina says

      August 26, 2019 at 8:01 pm

      This is such a stunning and impressive dessert! I was so amazed that it was easier to make than a traditional pie, and delicious too!

      Reply
      • Donna says

        August 27, 2019 at 12:39 pm

        Aww thank you!! So easy, especially once you stop trying to make the perfect crust.

        Reply
    10. Helen says

      August 26, 2019 at 2:12 pm

      I was hunting for an apple pie recipe and stumbled upon this instead. So glad I did! So much easier than an apple pie, but way more interesting.
      This was really delicious, and will definitely be making it again.

      Reply
      • Donna says

        August 27, 2019 at 12:40 pm

        Yay so glad I could help, always nice to switch things up!

        Reply

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