Quick but Tantalising Apple Tarts

Delight in the simplicity and charm of these *Quick but Tantalising Apple Tarts*, a dessert that combines buttery, flaky puff pastry with tender caramelized apples for an irresistible treat. Perfect for busy schedules, this recipe takes just 35 minutes from start to finish, making it ideal for an easy yet elegant dessert or tea-time snack. Featuring vibrant slices of Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples sautéed in brown sugar and butter, these tarts are layered with notes of warm cinnamon and lightly dusted with powdered sugar for a finishing touch. The recipe is straightforward, with minimal preparation and a golden result sure to impress guests or satisfy your sweet tooth. Serve warm or at room temperature, and let these simple apple tarts steal the spotlight!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 package Puff pastry sheets
• 3 medium Apples (preferably Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
• 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour (for dusting)
• 1 Egg yolk (for egg wash)
• 1 tablespoon Milk (for egg wash)
• 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Lightly flour your work surface and roll out the puff pastry sheet to ensure it's even. Cut the pastry into 6 equal rectangles or squares.

Step 3

Place the pastry pieces on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a bit of space between each piece.

Step 4

Peel, core, and thinly slice the apples. You should aim for slices that are about 1/8-inch thick for even cooking.

Step 5

In a small mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Set aside.

Step 6

In a skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the sliced apples and brown sugar, cooking for 3–4 minutes until the apples soften slightly and the sugar forms a sauce. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 7

Arrange the cooked apple slices in rows or a decorative pattern on each puff pastry piece, leaving a small border around the edges.

Step 8

Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the top of the arranged apples.

Step 9

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and milk to create an egg wash. Lightly brush the edges of the puff pastry with the egg wash.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 18–20 minutes, or until the pastry edges are golden brown and puffed.

Step 11

Remove the tarts from the oven and allow them to cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet before transferring them to a cooling rack.

Step 12

Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1179.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3583.0

Total Fat 210.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 248mg	0%
Sodium 2240.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 410.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.3g	0%
Total Sugars 128.6g
Protein 40.3g	0%

Vitamin D 28IU	0%
Calcium 196.1mg	0%
Iron 15.2mg	0%
Potassium 1160.2mg	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: 51.3%

Protein: 4.4%

Carbs: 44.4%