Apple tansy recipe

Apple Tansy recipe

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This apple tansy recipe is a delightful dessert that dates back to the 18th century. It combines the freshness of apples with the warm flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg, creating a perfect balance of sweetness and spice. The dish is made by layering sliced apples on a buttery crust and then topping it with a custard-like mixture. Baked to perfection, this classic recipe is sure to impress your guests with its unique combination of flavors.

Keywords: apple tansy, 18th century, dessert, apples, cinnamon, nutmeg

Apple tansy recipe details

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Ingredients

250 g	apples, peeled and coared
30 g	unsalted butter
25 g	bread crumbs
3 medium	eggs, separated in yolks and whites
1 tbsp	sugar
40 ml	double cream
2 tbsp	calvados
	zest of 1 lemon, grated
	icing sugar for dusting and decoration
	mint sprigs for decoration

Instructions

Melt the butter in a frying pan and add the apples and lemon zest. Cook gently over low heat until the apples begin to soften (about 5 minutes).

Then add the sugar and stir until the sugar melts and the mixture becomes syrupy (about 5 minutes).

Gradually add the breadcrumbs and stir into the mixture so that they soak up the syrup. Only add just enough breadcrumbs to soak up the liquid.

Meanwhile add the egg whites to a clean bowl and whisk into soft peaks.

In a another bowl beat together the egg yolks, cream, nutmeg and calvados. Slowly add the egg yolk mixture into the apple mixture, stirring slowly.

Fold in the egg whites and continue cooking on very low heat for a few minutes until the mixtures sets.

Still warm, fill into serving bowls and dust with icing sugar. Decorate with a few sprigs of mint and serve.

Preparation time:
ca. 30 min
Grade of difficulty:
medium
Calories per portion:
n/a