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Caramel Apple Tart Recipe

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A luscious Caramel Apple Tart featuring tender cinnamon-spiced apple slices layered over flaky puff pastry, baked to golden perfection and finished with a warm caramel glaze. Perfect for a cozy dessert or a sweet afternoon treat.

Ingredients

Fruit and Filling

  • 2 apples, cored and thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp caramel sauce, warmed, plus more for serving
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

Dough

  • 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed according to package directions

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) to ensure it’s hot enough to bake the puff pastry to a crispy golden brown.
  2. Toss Apples: In a medium bowl, combine the thinly sliced apples with 2 tablespoons of warmed caramel sauce and 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon. Toss everything gently until the apple slices are evenly coated with the sweet and spiced mixture.
  3. Prepare Pastry Base: Lay the thawed puff pastry sheet flat on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Be sure to leave about a 1-inch border clear around the edges to create a neat frame.
  4. Arrange Apples: Arrange the caramel-cinnamon-coated apple slices on top of the puff pastry, overlapping them slightly but keeping the 1-inch border visible around the sides.
  5. Bake the Tart: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 30 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the puff pastry has puffed up and turned a beautiful golden brown.
  6. Glaze and Cool: Remove the tart from the oven and transfer the pan to a wire rack. While still warm, brush the apples with additional caramel sauce for an extra glossy finish and rich flavor. Allow the tart to cool for 10 minutes before slicing into squares to serve.

Notes

  • Use tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for a balance of tartness and sweetness.
  • Make sure puff pastry is properly thawed to avoid cracking when baking.
  • Serve the tart warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent dessert.
  • Leftover tart can be stored in an airtight container and lightly warmed before serving.
  • You can substitute store-bought caramel sauce with homemade caramel for a personal touch.

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