Description
Indulge in the warmth of a Classic Tarte Tatin, a delightful upside-down caramelized apple tart that is sure to impress at any gathering. This timeless dessert features tender apples enveloped in rich caramel, all nestled within a flaky puff pastry crust. Perfect for cozy family dinners or festive occasions, this recipe is simple yet stunning, making it an ideal treat for dessert lovers. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, and watch as it becomes the highlight of your meal. With its impressive presentation and irresistible flavor, this tart celebrates the essence of comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5–6 firm apples (Golden Delicious or Braeburn)
- 100 g unsalted butter
- 120 g granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 sheet puff pastry
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Peel, core, and quarter apples; set aside.
- In an ovenproof skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add sugar and cook until deep golden.
- Stir in vanilla and salt; arrange apple quarters cut side up in caramel.
- Cook on low heat for 10–15 minutes, then drape puff pastry over apples.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until the pastry is golden.
- Cool for 5–10 minutes before inverting onto a plate and serving warm.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg