Classic Tarte Tatin in a Cast Iron Skillet

Indulge in the timeless elegance of a Classic Tarte Tatin, masterfully prepared in a cast iron skillet for that perfect caramelized touch. This French-inspired upside-down apple tart combines the rustic appeal of buttery puff pastry with the sweet richness of deep amber caramel and tender, melt-in-your-mouth apples. Using tart varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp ensures a balance of flavors, while a touch of vanilla enhances the luscious caramel sauce. The recipe is remarkably simple yet impressive, coming together with just 20 minutes of prep time and requiring only a handful of ingredients. Baked to golden perfection, this dessert is as visually stunning as it is delicious, and it's best served warm with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream or fresh whipped cream. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself, this cast iron skillet tarte tatin is sure to be the star of the table!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 large, peeled, cored, and halved Apples (such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Golden Delicious)
• 85 grams Unsalted butter
• 200 grams Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 sheet, thawed Puff pastry
• 1 tablespoon (for dusting) All-purpose flour

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Prepare the apples by peeling, coring, and halving them. Set aside.

Step 3

In a 10-inch cast iron skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, sprinkle the granulated sugar evenly over the butter.

Step 4

Cook the butter and sugar mixture without stirring until it turns a deep amber caramel, approximately 8–10 minutes. Swirl the pan gently as needed to ensure even cooking.

Step 5

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 6

Carefully place the apple halves, cut side up, into the caramel in a circular pattern. Fit as many as possible, keeping them snug.

Step 7

Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to smooth it out and ensure even thickness. Cut it into a circle slightly larger than the skillet.

Step 8

Drape the pastry over the apples and tuck the edges down around the sides of the skillet.

Step 9

Using a sharp knife, make a few small slits in the pastry to allow steam to escape.

Step 10

Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and puffed.

Step 11

Remove the skillet from the oven and allow the tart to cool for 5 minutes.

Step 12

Carefully invert the tart onto a serving plate. To do this, place the plate over the skillet and quickly but carefully flip them together.

Step 13

Slice and serve warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1428.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2213.7

Total Fat 90.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 52.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 188.2mg	0%
Sodium 179.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 374.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.2g	0%
Total Sugars 314.6g
Protein 7.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 94.2mg	0%
Iron 2.7mg	0%
Potassium 1238.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.7%

Protein: 1.3%

Carbs: 64.0%