Easy Tarte Tatin (Cook’s Illustrated)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1

Delicious Easy Tarte Tatin recipe

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

420

Sugar

28g

Fat

26g

Tarte Tatin is a traditional French dessert that has been enjoyed for over 100 years. This easy version uses store-bought puff pastry to simplify the recipe. The key to a good Tarte Tatin is caramelizing the sugar to a deep amber color without burning it. The recipe yields a beautifully caramelized dessert that is sure to impress. The apples are soft and sweet, and the puff pastry is flaky and buttery. This dessert is perfect for any occasion and will leave your guests wanting more.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 400°F
2.	Lightly flour a large, flat work surface and roll out the puff pastry into an 11-inch circle. Cut out the circle and place it in the freezer until ready to use.
3.	Melt butter in a heavy 10-inch ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Add sugar and stir to combine. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture turns a deep amber color, about 10 minutes.
4.	Remove skillet from heat and add the apples, arranging them in a single layer.
5.	Return skillet to medium heat and cook apples, stirring occasionally, for about 20 minutes or until they are soft and the caramel is thick and bubbling.
6.	Remove skillet from heat and set aside to cool for 5-10 minutes.
7.	Place the pastry over the skillet and tuck in the edges around the apples.
8.	Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the puff pastry is golden brown.
9.	Let the tarte cool for 10 minutes then serve by inverting onto a serving platter. Drizzle with cream and Grand Marnier (if using).
10.

PROS

The easy Tarte Tatin is a classic, beautifully caramelized French dessert that is tender and juicy.
The combination of buttery puff pastry and caramelized apples is the perfect ending to any meal.

CONS

Tarte Tatin can be higher in calories and sugar than other desserts, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a healthy diet.
It also requires some skill to make the caramel, but with these step-by-step instructions, it is easy to follow.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Tarte Tatin may not be the healthiest dessert, apples contain essential nutrients and fiber. In addition, the cinnamon in the recipe has been linked to reducing inflammation and improving heart health.

	1 sheet frozen puff pastry
	8 tablespoons unsalted butter
	3/4 cup sugar
	2 lbs granny smith apples
	1/4 cup heavy cream
	2 tablespoons Grand Marnier ( optional , see note )