Welcome to our delightful apple tart with puff pastry recipe, a treat that’s easy to make and guaranteed to impress your taste buds. Whether you’re looking for a quick dessert or a delectable tea-time snack, this apple tart is a must-try. It’s a versatile recipe that you can enjoy year-round, but it truly shines in the fall when apples are at their best.
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Origin and History of the Apple Tart
Apple tarts have a long history in European cuisine, often regarded as a symbol of comfort and simplicity. This classic dessert has been enjoyed for centuries, dating back to the early days of pastry-making. The combination of sweet, tender apples with a flaky puff pastry crust is timeless and adored by many.
How to make the Easy Apple Tart with Puff Pastry
The ingredients you need
Puff Pastry Sheet: This is the star of the show, and it’s what gives the tart its irresistibly flaky and buttery crust. Puff pastry is a versatile and time-saving ingredient that elevates this dessert to a whole new level. You can either buy it pre-made at the store or make your own if you’re feeling adventurous.
Apricot or Apple Jam: The sweet and fruity jam not only adds a burst of flavor but also helps hold the apple slices in place. You can choose between apricot or apple jam based on your preference. It’s like a flavorful glue that ties all the elements together.
Fresh Apples: The heart of this dessert! Crisp and juicy, the apples provide a delightful contrast to the buttery pastry. Choose your favorite variety, but it’s best to use fresh, ripe apples. Don’t worry about peeling them – the thin slices with their peels on add a lovely touch of color.
Brown Sugar: This sweetener plays a crucial role in creating that irresistible caramelized finish on the tart. The brown sugar not only sweetens the dish but also adds a hint of molasses flavor that pairs beautifully with the apples.
Almond Fillet: Almonds, when sliced or filleted, provide a subtle nutty crunch that perfectly complements the softness of the apples. They add a touch of elegance to the tart, both in terms of taste and appearance.
Egg Yolk and Fresh Cow’s Milk: This egg wash mixture not only helps give the tart a beautiful golden hue but also adds a touch of richness to the pastry. The milk in the egg wash provides a nice sheen to the crust, making it even more inviting.
Icing Sugar (For Topping): A light dusting of icing sugar adds a sweet and delicate finish to your apple tart with puff pastry. It’s like a snowy blanket on top, enhancing its visual appeal and adding a touch of extra sweetness to each bite.
These ingredients work in harmony to create a dessert that’s both pleasing to the eye and satisfying to the taste buds. The combination of the rich puff pastry, sweet jam, fresh apples, and delightful almond fillet, all brought together by the brown sugar and egg wash, makes this easy apple tart a treat you won’t be able to resist. Enjoy experimenting with this recipe and make it your own with various fruit variations!
How to Prepare the Apple Tart with Puff Pastry
- Begin by preheating your oven to 190°C in the air.
- Take the puff pastry sheet out of the fridge and gently roll it out on a clean work surface.
- Carefully transfer the puff pastry sheet along with the paper it’s wrapped in to an oven tray.
- Create a 1 cm border around the perimeter of the puff pastry to form a tart rim. Use a fork to poke holes in the inside to prevent it from puffing up while baking.
- Spread the apricot jam all over the puff pastry using a spoon.
- Cut the apples in half, remove the cores, and slice them very thinly (about 1.5 mm thick). You can use a mandolin or a sharp knife for this, and there’s no need to peel the skin.
- Arrange the apple slices on the puff pastry so that they overlap, covering the entire surface while ensuring the jam is not visible.
- In a small bowl, combine the egg yolk and a tablespoon of milk. Mix it well and brush the mixture around the edge of the tart.
- Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over the entire tart, giving it a lovely caramelized finish. Then, scatter the almond fillet along the tart’s border for an elegant touch.
- Bake the tart for 20-25 minutes, depending on your oven, or until it turns golden.
- Once done, allow it to cool on a workbench, and then dust it with powdered sugar.
- Cut the tart into squares and serve it beautifully with a steaming cup of tea or coffee.
Serving and enjoying your Apple Tart
This easy apple tart with puff pastry is not just a dessert; it’s a delightful experience that brings joy to your palate. The sweet, caramelized apples paired with the flaky puff pastry create a harmonious blend of textures and flavors. You can also get creative with this recipe by using your favorite fruits, such as pears, peaches, or nectarines, depending on the season. So, what are you waiting for? Give it a try and savor the scrumptious simplicity of this classic apple tart. Enjoy!
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Easy Apple Tart with Puff Pastry Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry
- 4 - 5 tablespoon apricot or apple jam
- 4- 5 apples medium size
- 2 - 3 tablespoon brown sugar
- 3 - 4 tablespoon almond fillet
- 1 piece egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon fresh cow milk
For the topping:
- powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 190℃ air circulation.
- Remove the puff pastry sheet from the fridge, place it on a clean work surface and use a rolling pin to flatten it slightly.
- Place the puff pastry sheet and the paper it was wrapped in on the oven tray with care.
- Close the dough 1 cm around the perimeter to make a tart rim. Prick the inside of the puff pastry with a fork to prevent it from bubbling during baking.
- Using a spoon, spread the apricot jam all over the surface of the puff pastry.
- Cut the apples in half and remove the cores, then cut them into very thin slices (1,5 mm thick) using a mandolin or a sharp knife without peeling the skin.
- Lay the apples on the puff pastry so that each slice covers 3/4 of the other , making sure to cover the entire surface and that the jam is not visible.
- In a bowl, add the egg yolk and a tablespoon of milk.Mix with a brush and brush the mixture around the perimeter of the cornice.
- Sprinkle the entire surface of the tart with brown sugar to give it a nice caramel color when baked and finally sprinkle the rim of the tart with almond fillet to make it more elegant.
- Bake for 20 - 25 minutes depending on the oven or until the tart turns golden coloured.
- When ready, set it on the workbench to cool and then sprinkle with powdered sugar.
- Cut into squares and serve ideally with tea or coffee.
Notes
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