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Apple-Cranberry Tart in Phyllo from National Geographic Kids “Food Fight!” Cookbook

September 14, 2018 By Patricia 29 Comments

An Apple-Cranberry Tart in Phyllo is a classic dessert that’s easy to make and brings a bit of warmth to your table. I’m adding this tart to my dessert list for when I want something sweet, but not too sweet, and delightful to share.

Apple-Cranberry Tart in Phyllo is a treat you'll love to make! Apple-Cranberry Tart in Phyllo is a tasty dessert for sure!

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This Apple-Cranberry Tart in Phyllo is the perfect treat to transition from summer to fall. As much as I love the fall and as much as I want the summer temps in Phoenix to come down already, I hate saying goodbye to summer!

This tart isn’t like a heavy-duty pie, and it’s not overly sweet, either. You’ll love the flaky phyllo pastry that drapes over the warm apples and dried cranberries. I served this with vanilla ice cream because I have a hard time eating apple pie (or tarts) without it!

Apple-Cranberry Tart in Phyllo is flaky and fabulous as dessert! Apple-Cranberry Tart in Phyllo is a tasty treat that's flaky and fun!

If you’re into to adorable apple pie-type desserts, try my Apple-Cranberry Pie Baked Apples. It’s a really fun way to serve “apple pie!” 

Crostatas are fun to make, too, for something a little different. This recipe for Apple Crostata with Oat Crumble Topping includes a recipe for my dad’s pie dough, which I love!

Apple-Cranberry Tart in Phyllo is a dessert everyone will love! Apple-Cranberry Tart in Phyllo is a great dessert for kids and adults!

I didn’t come up with this particular tart recipe. It’s from a wonderful National Geographic Kids cookbook I was sent called Food Fight!: A Mouthwatering History of Who Ate What and Why Through the Ages, by Tanya Steele. I’ve got to admit that I was fascinated with this book!

The cookbook takes readers on a fun and flavorful trip through history. Each chapter covers a major period of world history (starting with the Prehistoric era through today) and gives examples of the politics, culture, class differences, and economics of the day.

Apple-Cranberry Tart in Phyllo makes a flaky and fun dessert! Apple-Cranberry Tart in Phyllo is an easy-to-make dessert everyone will love.

Flipping through the pages you’ll find an explanation of cooking tools used at the time, photos, illustrations, statistics, and even fun quizzes.

I loved the creative titles for each recipe, too. This tart recipe is officially titled, The Apple of Shakespeare’s Eye in the cookbook, and was based on the recipe, A Quarter Tart of Pippins, from A New Booke of Cookerie by John Murrell from 1615.

Apple-Cranberry Tart in Phyllo is flaky and flavorful as dessert! Apple-Cranberry Tart in Phyllo makes a wonderful dessert!

Your kids might like to help whip up dishes like Roast Mastodon on a Stick (made using beef), The Earl of Sandwich Sandwich, Allied Soldier Pudding, or Astronaut Fruitcake.

Apple-Cranberry Tart in Phyllo is an easy treat to get on the table. You'll enjoy this Apple-Cranberry Tart in Phyllo any night of the week!

Everyone is back to school by now, and this cookbook is a great way to make learning history fun. Not to mention, it’s a great way to get kids interested in cooking! Check out a copy of the cookbook for yourself or for someone you think will love it! 

For a treat that’s easy to make and perfect between the seasons, toss together this Apple-Cranberry Tart in Phyllo. It’s a delight!

Apple-Cranberry Tart in Phyllo is a treat everyone will enjoy! Apple-Cranberry Tart in Phyllo is flaky and delicious!

Patricia Conte/Grab a Plate

Yields Serves 8

Apple-Cranberry Tart in Phyllo from National Geographic Kids “Food Fight!” Cookbook
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Ingredients

  • 5 Golden Delicious apples, cut into thin slices
  • 3 tablespoons melted butter, divided, plus extra cold butter to coat the pie dish
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries or raisins
  • 2 tablespoons grated lemon zest
  • 1/2 package frozen phyllo dough, defrosted
  • Honey to drizzle
  • Optional: vanilla ice cream or frozen yogurt to serve with the tart

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Use the cold butter to coat a 9-inch pie dish and set aside.
  2. Add the apples, 2 tablespoons melted butter, cinnamon, ginger, honey, cranberries, and lemon zest to a large bowl, and toss to combine. Set aside.
  3. Divide the phyllo sheets and use 1/4 of the sheets to line the bottom of the pie dish. Arrange the sheets in the shape of an X, placing one sheet over the other.
  4. Brush some of the melted butter over the phyllo . Use another 1/4 of the sheets as another layer, again placing one over the other in the shape of an X. Brush with some of the melted butter, then add the apple mixture over the sheets.
  5. Use the remaining phyllo sheets to place over the apple mixture, the same way you did on the bottom of the dish. Tuck and fold the overlapping sheets over to form an outer crust.
  6. Brush the remaining butter over the top.
  7. Bake for 35-45 minutes or until the top of the phyllo is golden.
  8. Remove from the oven and allow the tart to cool for 15-20 minute before slicing. Drizzle a bit of honey over the top and serve with vanilla ice cream or frozen yogurt if you’d like.
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Comments

  1. Heather says

    September 14, 2018 at 9:44 am

    This sounds so yummy! I love everything about it so I'm sure it's the perfect combination!
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  2. Jheelam says

    September 14, 2018 at 9:45 am

    This recipe is absolutely drool-worthy. And I must congratulate on your photography skill. Each pic looks vibrant and mouth-watering. Thanks for the book recommendation. The subject sounds fascinating. Will check out for myself.
    ★★★★★
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  3. Sheree says

    September 14, 2018 at 9:50 am

    This apple tart looks so delicious, my mouth is watering while reading this recipe, I will definitely have to try, thanks for sharing! ~xo Sheree poshclassymom.com
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  4. Kelsie Corbett says

    September 14, 2018 at 10:45 am

    I love using phyllo! It's so flaky and perfect! This look so yummy!
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  5. Margaret says

    September 14, 2018 at 10:46 am

    This sounds right up my alley - I'm looking for desserts that aren't too sweet! Besides, the sugars from the apple and cranberry are enough. :) I'll have to check this book out!
    Reply
  6. Mary says

    September 14, 2018 at 11:07 am

    I have never seen one of your recipes that did not look totally delicious! Can't wait to try this one!
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  7. Megan says

    September 14, 2018 at 12:54 pm

    I've never thought about using Phyllo Dough for this! This sounds so delicious!
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  8. Stine Mari says

    September 14, 2018 at 1:31 pm

    What a great idea! I would love to give this a try- And the photos are stunning too
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  9. Corinne says

    September 14, 2018 at 2:00 pm

    OMG, you had me apples! I can't wait to try this :) love your writing BTW!
    Reply
  10. Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

    September 14, 2018 at 3:40 pm

    This looks so yummy! Perfect recipe for fall!
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  11. Luci says

    September 14, 2018 at 7:36 pm

    This tart looks so delicious. The combo of apple and cranberry is a great combo.
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  12. Evelyn Hernandez says

    September 15, 2018 at 6:22 am

    I love phyllo douogh and creating recipes with it, this recipe looks delicious.
    Reply
  13. Kasey Ma says

    September 15, 2018 at 7:34 am

    OMG this looks so yummy! Kasey Ma ThestyleWright.com
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  14. Vanessa Price says

    September 15, 2018 at 7:57 am

    I never would have thought of making a pie in phyllo! Look so flaky and delicious.
    ★★★★★
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  15. Anna Hettick says

    September 15, 2018 at 10:00 am

    My kids and I love national geographic books of all kinds!!! This book and especially this recipe look great!!
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  16. Gloria says

    September 15, 2018 at 10:14 am

    Love the look of this dessert. Phyllo pastry is so much fun to work with. The combination of apples and cranberries is perfect for fall.
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  17. Jyothi (jo) says

    September 15, 2018 at 10:20 am

    Warm spices, apples, ice cream - I call it perfect balanced dessert. I think my kids will enjoy these.
    ★★★★★
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  18. Claudia Lamascolo says

    September 15, 2018 at 10:49 am

    I love apples and cranberries together the tartness and sweet are a perfect combination of flavor and wow in that crust over the top!
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  19. Melanie @ Nutritious Eats says

    September 15, 2018 at 10:54 am

    What a great idea! Sometimes I don't love piecrust- mine usually turns out too dense. THis looks fabulous!
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  20. Veena Azmanov says

    September 15, 2018 at 2:30 pm

    Oh, this looks so good. A few weeks ago I made apple tart in phyllo pastry so I can almost virtually taste and smell this. Love the flaky phyllo on top. That book sounds so interesting. Must keep an eye for it.
    ★★★★★
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  21. Marisa Franca says

    September 16, 2018 at 4:21 am

    The tart looks delicious! Rustic desserts are my favorites. And I'm a lover of Fall. I simply enjoy the brisk temperature in the morning, the warmth of the afternoon, and the coolness of the evening. And the cool evenings gets me thinking of Fall desserts like this one. I'm pinning -- I imagine it would work well with pears too.
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  22. Mahy Elamin says

    September 16, 2018 at 6:39 am

    I want to try it immediately. I really like this recipe. It really impresses! An interesting mix of ingredients. Thank you!
    ★★★★★
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  23. Jenni LeBaron says

    September 16, 2018 at 10:10 am

    I love that this tart is done in phyllo dough because it makes everything flaky int he best way! I've never done cranberries with apples together in a tart so far, but I love those two flavors together in other dishes so I'm sure this tart would be a hit at my house!
    ★★★★★
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  24. Valerie says

    September 16, 2018 at 12:12 pm

    I love apple pies, this tart reminds me of a pie but with a lighter, thinner crust. This is a perfect dessert for fall.
    ★★★★★
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  25. Karyn says

    September 16, 2018 at 2:47 pm

    What a delicious apple tart..I'm going to keep an eye for this cookbook. Be a great pressie for my nephew who wants to be a chef when he's older
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  26. Catherine says

    September 16, 2018 at 5:15 pm

    Dear Patricia, your tart is beautiful with the layers of phyllo dough. What a beautiful dessert treat for the fall. I can't wait to try this next time! xo
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  27. swathi says

    September 16, 2018 at 8:38 pm

    This apple cranberry tart looks delicious, I like the name of recipes you mentioned in that food fight cookbook. I will check out. I would like to make some for my kids.
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  28. Natalie says

    September 17, 2018 at 5:22 am

    I looove phyllo filled with fruits. It's super easy dessert that is both delicious and easy to make. I absolutely love how yours turned out. It looks so crispy and so flavorful.
    ★★★★★
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  29. Julia Renninger says

    September 28, 2018 at 1:50 pm

    This looks divine! I love phyllo dough in desserts! I think Samantha and Tony would love this cookbook too. I might have to check it our come Christmas-time! ;-)
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