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Classic French Tarte Tatin

30 min
4 pers.

2/14/2026

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This classic French Tarte Tatin is a delectable upside-down caramelized apple pie with a buttery, flaky pastry crust. Perfect for dessert lovers, it balances the sweetness of apples with the rich depth of caramel.

Ingredients

  • 1 sheet of puff pastry (thawed)
  • 6-8 medium apples (preferably firm, such as Granny Smith)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

1

Peel, core, and quarter the apples, then toss them with lemon juice to prevent browning.

2

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

3

In a heavy, oven-proof skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and sugar together until the mixture begins to bubble and turn a golden caramel color.

4

Stir in the vanilla extract, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt to the caramel.

5

Arrange the apples in the skillet, cut side up, in a circular pattern. Pack them tightly as they will shrink during cooking.

6

Cook the apples in the caramel on medium heat for approximately 10 minutes, occasionally basting them with the caramel sauce.

7

Remove the skillet from the heat and carefully drape the puff pastry over the apples, tucking the edges down into the skillet.

8

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and crisp.

9

Let the tart cool slightly, then carefully invert it onto a serving plate. Serve warm, ideally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or crème fraîche.