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Quince and Honey Tart Recipe

Learn how to make this homemade Quince and Honey Tart with buttery shortcrust pastry and fragrant honey-poached quince. This easy baking recipe transforms the underappreciated quince into a showstopping dessert that balances floral, tangy notes with sweet honey richness. Perfect for autumn entertaining!
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Prep Time:
45 mins
Cook Time:
1 hour 30 mins
Serves:
1 tart (8 slices)
An overhead shot of a golden-brown tart with jewel-like quince slices arranged in a rosette pattern, glistening under a honey glaze that catches the soft natural light streaming through a kitchen window. The cross-section reveals layers of tender poached fruit nestled in a crisp, perfectly baked pastry shell. Styled on a weathered wooden serving board with a drizzle of amber honey cascading from a small ceramic pitcher, fresh thyme sprigs and a few raw quince fruits arranged nearby provide context and color contrast. The warm color palette of amber, gold and blush pink highlights the seasonal character of this sophisticated dessert.

Ingredients

<ul class="ingredients-main-list"><li class="ingredients-single-item">For the shortcrust pastry:</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">200g plain flour</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">100g cold unsalted butter, cubed</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">25g icing sugar</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1 large egg yolk</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">2-3 tbsp ice-cold water</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">Pinch of salt</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">For the quince filling:</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">4 medium quinces (about 800g)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">150g quality honey, plus extra for glazing</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">100g caster sugar</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1 vanilla pod, split and seeds scraped</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1 cinnamon stick</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">3 star anise</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1 lemon, zested and juiced</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">750ml water</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">To serve:</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">50g flaked almonds (optional)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">Fresh thyme leaves (optional)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">Crème fraîche or vanilla ice cream</li></ul>

Equipment

<ul class="equipment-main-list"><li class="equipment-single-item">23cm fluted tart tin with removable bottom</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Baking beans or rice (for blind baking)</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Parchment paper</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Large heavy-based saucepan</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Slotted spoon</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Sharp vegetable peeler</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Pastry brush</li></ul>

Directions

<ol class="no-list-style"><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 1</h4>Begin by making the shortcrust pastry. Place the flour and salt in a large bowl, then add the cold cubed butter. Using your fingertips, rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. The cold butter is crucial here - it creates little pockets of fat that will melt during baking, creating flaky layers in your pastry.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 2</h4>Stir in the icing sugar, then add the egg yolk and enough ice-cold water to bring the dough together. Work quickly with light hands to avoid overworking the gluten, which would make your pastry tough rather than tender. Form the dough into a flat disc, wrap in cling film, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to relax the gluten and firm up the butter.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 3</h4>While the pastry rests, prepare the quinces. Fill a large bowl with cold water and add the lemon juice. Peel the quinces, cut them into quarters, and remove the cores and any woody parts. Place the prepared quince pieces in the acidulated water immediately to prevent browning.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 4</h4>In a large saucepan, combine the water, sugar, honey, vanilla pod and seeds, cinnamon, star anise, and lemon zest. Bring to a simmer, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Drain the quinces and add them to the poaching liquid. Simmer gently for 45-60 minutes, or until the quinces are tender but still hold their shape. The fruit should turn a beautiful rose-gold color - this natural transformation is part of the quince's magic.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 5</h4>Using a slotted spoon, carefully remove the poached quince pieces and set aside to cool slightly. Turn up the heat under the remaining poaching liquid and boil rapidly until reduced by half to create a syrupy glaze, about 15-20 minutes. Strain through a fine sieve and set aside.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 6</h4>Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan/350°F/Gas Mark 4). Remove the pastry from the refrigerator and let it soften slightly if too firm to roll. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pastry to about 3mm thickness, creating a circle large enough to line your tart tin with some overhang.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 7</h4>Carefully transfer the pastry to the tart tin, gently pressing it into all corners without stretching. Trim the excess pastry, leaving a slight overhang to allow for shrinkage. Prick the base all over with a fork, then line with parchment paper and fill with baking beans or rice. This blind baking ensures your pastry will be cooked through, not soggy.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 8</h4>Blind bake the tart case for 15 minutes, then remove the parchment and baking beans and return to the oven for another 5-7 minutes until the pastry is lightly golden and dry to the touch. Remove from the oven and trim any excess pastry for a clean edge. Reduce the oven temperature to 170°C (150°C fan/325°F/Gas Mark 3).</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 9</h4>Slice the cooled quince quarters into thin, even slices. Arrange them decoratively in the tart case, overlapping slightly in concentric circles or a spiral pattern. Pour over about 3-4 tablespoons of the reduced poaching syrup, ensuring the fruit is lightly glazed but not swimming in liquid.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 10</h4>If using, scatter the flaked almonds around the edge of the tart. Return to the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the fruit is caramelized at the edges and the pastry is golden brown. The almonds will toast beautifully, adding a nutty dimension that complements the quince.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 11</h4>Allow the tart to cool in the tin for 15 minutes before carefully transferring to a serving plate. Warm the remaining poaching syrup if it has cooled and thickened, then brush generously over the fruit to create a glossy finish. If you like, drizzle with a little extra honey and scatter with fresh thyme leaves for an aromatic touch.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 12</h4>Serve the tart warm or at room temperature with a dollop of crème fraîche or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. The slight tartness of crème fraîche beautifully balances the honeyed sweetness of the quince. This tart is at its best on the day it's made, but will keep covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days – simply warm gently before serving to revive the flavors.</li></ol>

FAQs

Find answers to your most pressing questions about this delicious recipe right here.

What ingredients are used in Quince and Honey Tart?

This elegant tart requires plain flour, butter, sugar, eggs, and salt for the shortcrust pastry. The star filling features quinces, honey, caster sugar, vanilla, warming spices (cinnamon, star anise), and lemon. Optional garnishes include flaked almonds, fresh thyme, and crème fraîche or ice cream.

How to cook Quince and Honey Tart at home?

Learn how to cook Quince and Honey Tart by first making a buttery shortcrust pastry, then poaching fresh quinces in a honey-infused syrup with aromatic spices until tender and rosy. After blind baking the pastry case, arrange the poached quince slices in a decorative pattern, glaze with reduced poaching syrup, and bake until golden. Finish with a honey drizzle for a stunning seasonal dessert.

Why do quinces turn pink when cooked?

Quinces contain natural compounds called tannins that react with heat and acid during cooking. This chemical reaction transforms their flesh from pale yellow to a beautiful rose-gold or pink colour. The longer you cook them, the deeper the colour becomes - this natural transformation is part of what makes quince desserts so visually appealing.

Can I substitute quinces with other fruit in this tart recipe?

While quinces provide a unique floral flavour and texture, you could substitute firm pears or apples if needed. They won't develop the same rosy colour or distinctive flavour, so add a splash of rosewater to the poaching liquid for a similar aromatic quality. Adjust cooking times as pears and apples poach faster than quinces.

What's the best way to tell when quinces are perfectly poached?

Perfectly poached quinces should be tender when pierced with a knife but still hold their shape without falling apart. They should also have developed a beautiful pink or rose-gold colour. This typically takes 45-60 minutes of gentle simmering, depending on the ripeness and size of your fruit.

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