Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of making a Classic Tarte Tatin, an elegant upside-down caramelized apple tart that is sure to impress your guests. This recipe showcases the natural sweetness of apples enveloped in a flaky puff pastry, creating a perfect balance of textures and flavors. With its gooey caramel base and stunning presentation, this dessert is ideal for gatherings, holiday feasts, or a cozy family treat. Whether served warm with a dollop of whipped cream or cold alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream, this tarte is a versatile addition to any dessert table.
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 (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Peel, core, and quarter the apples.
- In an ovenproof skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add sugar and cook until it turns deep golden brown. Stir in vanilla extract and salt if desired.
- Arrange apple quarters cut side up in the caramel and cook on low heat for 10–15 minutes.
- Drape puff pastry over the apples, tucking in edges.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool for 5–10 minutes before inverting onto a plate. Serve warm with optional toppings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 125g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg