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Puff Pastry Apple Tart Recipe

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This irresistibly flaky Puff Pastry Apple Tart features tender, warmly spiced apple slices layered over a golden, buttery puff pastry crust. Easy to prepare and perfect for a cozy dessert, it pairs wonderfully with vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce for a festive treat that’s sure to delight your guests.

Ingredients

Puff Pastry

  • 1 package Pepperidge Farms Puff Pastry Sheets (or another brand), 2 sheets, thawed

Apple Topping

  • 4 small apples*, cored, halved and sliced very thin
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Optional for Serving

  • Powdered sugar
  • Ice cream
  • Whipped topping
  • Caramel sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a large baking pan with nonstick spray to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the tarts.
  2. Prepare Puff Pastry: Cut each puff pastry sheet vertically in half, yielding four rectangles total. Place these on the baking pan. Use a fork to poke holes evenly across each piece; this prevents the pastry from puffing excessively when baked.
  3. Toss Apples: In a bowl, stir the thinly sliced apples with freshly squeezed lemon juice to prevent browning. Then toss with brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt. Let the mixture sit for a few minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  4. Arrange Apples on Pastry: Layer the apple slices over each puff pastry piece, overlapping the slices attractively. This helps create a beautiful presentation and ensures every bite is flavorful.
  5. Bake the Tart: Place the baking pan in the oven and bake for 18 to 20 minutes. Bake until the puff pastry is golden brown and has puffed up nicely, and the apples are tender.
  6. Serve: Remove the tarts from the pan immediately and transfer to a serving platter. Serve warm plain or embellished with a dusting of powdered sugar, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, whipped topping, or a drizzle of caramel sauce for extra indulgence.

Notes

  • Use Honeycrisp apples for the best flavor and texture. Pink Lady, Fuji, or Gala apples are great alternatives. Avoid Red Delicious as they can become mushy, and Granny Smith apples can be too tart for this tart.
  • If you want a more golden crust, you can apply an egg wash by beating one egg and brushing it on the edges of the pastry before baking.
  • Store baked tarts in an airtight container. They can be kept at room temperature for 1-2 days, then refrigerated for an additional 2-3 days.
  • To reheat, bake uncovered on a baking pan in a 350ºF preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes until warmed through. Alternatively, individual servings can be reheated in a toaster oven.

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