Charlotte by Alain Passard with Shortbread

Ingredients

• 2 cups of heavy cream
• 3 tablespoons of honey
• 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon of grated orange zest
• 2 pounds of apples, peeled, cored and sliced
• 1/2 cup of sugar
• 2 tablespoons of lemon juice
• 5 tablespoons of unsalted butter
• 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup of cornstarch
• 1/2 cup of sugar
• 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, room temperature

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375 F (190 C).
2. Prepare a 9-inch (23 cm) cake pan by greasing it with butter and lining the bottom with parchment paper.
3. In a large saucepan, combine the heavy cream, honey, vanilla extract, and orange zest. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly.
4. Add the sliced apples, sugar, and lemon juice. Stir to combine, then reduce the heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender and the mixture has thickened, about 20 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and stir in the butter until melted and combined.
6. Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, and sugar.
7. Add the butter and use a fork to mix until the mixture comes together and forms small crumbs.
8. Spread the crumbs over the bottom of the prepared cake pan.
9. Pour the apple mixture over the crumbs and spread it evenly.
10. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. A toothpick inserted into the center of the cake should come out clean.
11. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then run a knife around the edges to loosen it. Invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
12. Serve the cake at room temperature, dusted with powdered sugar if desired.

Verdict and Serving Suggestions

This Charlotte by Alain Passard with Shortbread dish is a delicious dessert recipe that will be loved by everyone. The mixture of the creamy filling and the buttery shortbread creates a perfect taste that is hard to forget. You can serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence. It is perfect for parties, potlucks, and special occasions, and is sure to impress your guests with its amazing flavor. Try this dessert tonight and enjoy its amazing flavors!