Apple Flory — a Puff Pastry Tart (Scotland)

May 07, 2023May 7, 20230 2

Indulge in the rich heritage of Scotland with Apple Flory, a traditional Puff Pastry Tart.

Apple Flory — a Puff Pastry Tart (Scotland)

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

388

Sugar

24g

Fat

18g

Apple Flory is a timeless dessert that has been enjoyed in Scotland for generations. Puff pastry is layered with sweet and tangy apples that have been caramelised to perfection. You'll love how easy it is to make this dessert, and your guests will be impressed by its elegance.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 200°C.
2.	Peel, core and thinly slice the apples.
3.	In a saucepan, mix the sugar, water, cinnamon and lemon zest. Heat the mixture until the sugar has dissolved.
4.	Add the apples to the mixture and toss until evenly coated. Cook for 10 minutes over medium heat, until the mixture starts to caramelise.
5.	Roll out the puff pastry into a 9-inch circle and place it on a baking sheet.
6.	Spread the marmalade over the pastry and arrange the apple slices on top of the marmalade in an overlapping fashion.
7.	Brush the milk over the edges of the pastry.
8.	Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the pastry is golden brown and the apples are tender.
9.	Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!

PROS

Apple Flory is a crowd-pleaser with its sweet and tangy flavour profile.
It’s a simple yet elegant dessert that can be made in less than an hour.

CONS

The high sugar content in this dessert means it should be enjoyed in moderation.
The recipe requires some precision when cooking the apples to prevent burning.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Apples are a great source of dietary fibre and vitamin C. They also contain polyphenols, which have been shown to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.

	1 lb granny smith apple
	1/4 cup granulated sugar
	4 tablespoons water
	1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
	1/2 lemon , zest of , finely grated
	1 lb puff pastry
	3 tablespoons marmalade
	1/4 cup milk ( for brushing )