Medieval Exeter Honey and Spiced Apple Tart

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A sweet tart inspired by historic Exeter flavors, combining spiced apples with honey and a buttery crust for a comforting dessert. This British-inspired recipe, ready in about 80 minutes, layers all-purpose flour, unsalted butter, cold water into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 40 min Cook: 40 min Serves 8 British cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour and 6 tbsp cold diced unsalted butter. Rub the butter into the flour with your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add 3 tbsp cold water, mixing until a smooth dough forms. Wrap in plastic and chill for 30 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to fit a 9-inch tart pan, then transfer and press into the pan; trim excess edges.
  3. Step 3: In a separate bowl, toss 3 medium peeled and thinly sliced apples with 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1/3 cup honey, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg, and 2 tbsp brown sugar until evenly coated.
  4. Step 4: Arrange the spiced apples evenly over the tart crust. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until the crust is golden and the apples are tender and bubbling.
  5. Step 5: Let cool slightly before serving, allowing the honey and spices to meld.

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