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French Apple Tart (Tarte Tatin)
90 mintime
Harddifficulty
6Servings
Rating
Nutrition facts
420 kcalCalories
4 gProtein
55 gCarbs
22 gFat

Per serving · Approximate values estimated by AI

French Apple Tart (Tarte Tatin)

Traditional dish · French

An upside-down caramelized apple tart where the apples are cooked in butter and sugar before being topped with pastry and baked. A rich, decadent variation.

Ingredients

Servings6
  • unsalted butter1/2 cup
  • granulated sugar3/4 cup
  • apples, firm and tart, peeled, cored, and quartered6-8
  • puff pastry, thawed1 sheet
  • vanilla extract1 teaspoon
  • lemon juice1 tablespoon

Steps

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. 2

    Make the caramel: In an oven-safe skillet (about 9-10 inches), melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the granulated sugar and cook, stirring occasionally, until it turns a deep amber caramel color. Be careful not to burn.

  3. 3

    Arrange the apple quarters tightly in the skillet over the caramel, cut-side down. Add vanilla extract and lemon juice.

  4. 4

    Carefully place the puff pastry sheet over the apples, tucking the edges down into the sides of the skillet.

  5. 5

    Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and puffed.

  6. 6

    Let the tart cool in the skillet for about 10-15 minutes. Then, carefully invert the tart onto a serving plate. The apples should be on top.

  7. 7

    Serve warm.

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