Upside-Down Apple Tart

The upside-down apple tart is a classic French dessert also known as ‘Tarte Tatin’. It was created by accident in the 19th century when the Tatin sisters, who owned a hotel in France, accidentally cooked the apples upside down but decided to serve it that way. It has since become a beloved dessert around the world.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Upside-Down Apple Tart

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, French Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 45 min Rest Time 15 min Total Time 1 hr 30 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2560

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 800 gram Apples
• 150 gram Sugar
• 100 gram Butter
• 300 gram Puff pastry
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Peel and core the apples, then slice them into thin wedges.
3. In a saucepan, melt the butter and sugar over medium heat until it caramelizes.
4. Add the lemon juice, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt to the caramel and stir well.
5. Arrange the apple slices in a circular pattern on the bottom of a greased tart pan.
6. Pour the caramel mixture over the apples, making sure to coat them evenly.
7. Roll out the puff pastry and place it over the apples, tucking in the edges.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown.
9. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes.
10. Carefully invert the tart onto a serving plate.
11. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 30g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.