Description
A nostalgic dessert with tender apples in rich caramel, enveloped in a flaky crust. Perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tart apples (e.g., Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 sheet pastry dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prep the Apples: Peel, core, and slice the apples into even wedges. Toss with lemon juice.
- Make the Caramel: In a skillet, melt butter and add sugar. Stir until golden.
- Add Apples: Coat apples in the caramel and cook for about 10 minutes.
- Prepare the Dough: Roll out the dough and cover the apples.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 35-40 minutes.
- Cooling Time: Let it sit for 10 minutes before inverting onto a plate.
- Serve: Slice and serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Can be frozen if properly wrapped.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: caramel, apple, dessert, tart, Tarte Tatin, holiday, family recipes