Tarte Tatin

Tarte Tatin is a classic French dessert featuring caramelized apples baked under a buttery, flaky pastry crust. It’s traditionally served upside down, showcasing the beautifully caramelized fruit on top. This recipe provides a delightful mix of sweet, tart, and buttery flavors with a perfect balance of textures.

This Tarte Tatin recipe captures the essence of this beloved French dessert, offering a delightful combination of caramelized apples and buttery pastry. 

Here’s the recipe for Delightful and Caramelized Tarte Tatin;

Directions:

• Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
• In a large ovenproof skillet (preferably cast-iron), melt the butter over medium heat. 
• Add the sugar and stir until it begins to dissolve and turns a light amber color, about 5-7 minutes.
• Add the lemon juice and vanilla extract, then carefully arrange the apple halves in the skillet, cut side up. 
• Cook for about 10 minutes, basting occasionally with the caramel, until the apples start to soften and caramelize. 
• Remove from heat.
• On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry to a size slightly larger than the skillet. 
• Trim to a round shape if necessary.
• Carefully place the puff pastry over the apples, tucking the edges down around the apples inside the skillet. 
• Be cautious of the hot caramel.
• Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
• Remove the skillet from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes. 
• Carefully run a knife around the edge to loosen the pastry. 
• Place a serving plate upside down over the skillet, then quickly and carefully invert the skillet and plate together to turn the tart out onto the plate. 
• Be cautious of hot caramel.
• Allow the Tarte Tatin to cool slightly before serving. 
• It can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature, often with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.