Description
Tarte Tatin – The Best Recipe is a delightful French dessert that brings the warmth of caramelized apples and flaky pastry to your table. This upside-down tart is not only visually stunning but also easy to prepare, making it a perfect choice for any gathering or cozy family dinner. With its rich flavors and elegant presentation, this dessert is sure to impress your guests, whether served warm with vanilla ice cream or enjoyed on its own. Discover how simple it is to create this classic treat that embodies comfort and sophistication in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5–6 firm apples (like 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 into uniform pieces.
- In an ovenproof pan, melt the butter and sugar over medium heat until a golden caramel forms. Add vanilla and salt if desired.
- Arrange the apple quarters tightly in the caramel with rounded sides down; cook for 10–15 minutes until lightly tender.
- Roll out the puff pastry over the apples, tucking the edges inside the pan.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and crisp.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before carefully 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: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg