Ricette di Sicilia
Cibo, cultura e tradizioni siciliane
Quince Tart: A Sicilian Autumn Classic
A fragrant tart filled with quince jam, scented with lemon and honey — the perfect taste of a Sicilian autumn.
🛒 Ingredients
- ✓ 300 g Italian 00 flour
- ✓ 150 g margarine (or butter)
- ✓ 80 g caster sugar
- ✓ 1 egg
- ✓ 1 tablespoon honey
- ✓ 1 egg yolk
- ✓ Zest of 1 lemon
- ✓ 250 g quince jam
- ✓ A pinch of salt
📊 Nutritional Information
This Sicilian quince tart captures everything enchanting about autumn on the island. The thick, aromatic quince jam pairs beautifully with a honey- and lemon-scented shortcrust, creating an irresistible balance of sweetness and gentle acidity.
Once considered a good-luck fruit, quince was often used in convent kitchens and country homes to prepare preserves and rustic sweets. Today, this tart remains one of the most cherished desserts in Sicilian baking — perfect with a cup of tea or a glass of sweet wine shared in good company.
👨🍳 Preparation
- 1
Sift the flour onto a board, make a well in the centre and add softened margarine, a pinch of salt, sugar, honey, two yolks and the grated lemon zest.
- 2
Quickly work the dough until smooth, then wrap in cling film and rest in the fridge for about 1 hour.
- 3
Roll out two-thirds of the dough into a thin sheet and line a tart tin lined with baking parchment.
- 4
Prick the base with a fork and spread the quince jam evenly over it.
- 5
Cut 1 cm strips from the remaining dough and place them in a lattice pattern over the tart.
- 6
Brush with lightly beaten egg white and bake at 190°C for 30–35 minutes, until golden and fragrant.
- 7
Leave to cool completely before serving.
💡 Tips and Variations
Replace the quince jam with orange or fig marmalade for a wintry twist. For extra crunch, add a handful of flaked almonds on top before baking.
📦 Storage
- • Keep at room temperature for 2 days under a cake dome.
- • Refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- • Warm in the oven at 150°C for 10 minutes to revive its fragrance.
🍷 Pairing
Pair this quince tart with a glass of Passito di Pantelleria — its fruity, honeyed notes are an ideal match.
This quince tart is a simple, heartfelt dessert that smells of home and Sicilian tradition. Take your time preparing it, savour it slowly, and let its aroma transport you straight into the island’s autumn atmosphere.
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