Description
Tarte Tatin – The Best Recipe is a delightful twist on traditional apple desserts that showcases the elegance of French cuisine. This upside-down caramelized apple tart is not only visually stunning but also rich in flavor, making it a must-try for any occasion. Perfect for dinner parties or cozy nights at home, Tarte Tatin features tender apples enveloped in buttery caramel, all atop a flaky puff pastry crust. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an indulgent treat. Enjoy the comforting nostalgia and gourmet taste of this classic French dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
- 5–6 firm apples (e.g., Golden or Braeburn)
- 100 g butter
- 120 g sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- 1 pinch of salt
- 1 roll of puff pastry
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Peel, core, and quarter the apples.
- In an ovenproof pan, melt butter and sugar over medium heat until golden caramel forms; stir in vanilla extract and salt.
- Arrange apple quarters rounded-side down in the caramel and cook for 10–15 minutes until lightly tender.
- Roll out puff pastry over arranged apples, tucking edges inside the pan.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until the pastry is golden brown.
- Let cool briefly before inverting onto a serving plate.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Choose firm apples for better texture. Allow the caramel to form slowly to avoid burning. Don’t overcrowd the pan with apples; arrange snugly but not tightly.