Classic French Apple Tart Recipe: A Slice of Tradition

Ingredients

• 1 ¼ cups (150 g) all-purpose flour
• ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
• 3 tablespoons (36 g) granulated sugar
• 1 large egg yolk
• 2-3 tablespoons (30-45 ml) ice water
• Pinch of salt
• 4 medium Granny Smith apples (about 2 lbs or 900 g)
• 1 teaspoon (5 g) ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons (30 g) unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tablespoon (15 ml) lemon juice
• ¼ cup (60 ml) apple or apricot jam (for glazing)