Apricot Tarte Tatin

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1

Indulge in the Sweetness of Apricot Tarte Tatin

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

336

Sugar

28g

Fat

14g

Classically French, Tarte Tatin is a simple yet elegant dessert that involves caramelizing fruit at the bottom of a cake pan before topping it with pastry dough and baking it until golden brown. In this variation of the dish, apricots are the star of the show. The juicy and slightly tart fruit caramelizes beautifully with melted sugar, making for a delicious and eye-catching dessert that's perfect for any gathering, formal or informal. The use of pastry flour adds a light and crispy texture to each bite, elevating the dish to a level of sophistication that's sure to impress.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2.	In a large bowl, combine the flour, butter, and salt. Use your fingers to rub the butter into the flour mixture until it looks crumbly.
3.	Add half of the sugar to the mixture and mix well.
4.	Grease a 9-inch (23 cm) cake pan with butter.
5.	Evenly distribute the remaining sugar on the bottom of the pan.
6.	Arrange the apricots, cut-side down, on top of the sugar.
7.	Cover the apricots with the flour mixture, pressing down gently.
8.	Bake in the oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown.
9.	Allow to cool for at least 5 minutes before flipping the tart onto a serving dish.
10.	Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.

PROS

This dessert is a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors.

The apricots add a touch of natural sweetness, making it a healthier dessert option in moderation.

CONS

This dessert may not be suitable for people with gluten or dairy allergies, as it contains both ingredients.

It also has a high sugar content due to the use of apricot and sugar in the recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Apricots are rich in vitamins A and C, and they are also a good source of fiber.
They contain potassium and are low in calories, making them a healthy addition to desserts in moderation.
The use of wheat flour also provides some nutritional value, as it is a good source of fiber and minerals like iron and zinc.

	1 cup flour
	1/3 cup cold unsalted butter , diced
	1 pinch salt
	3/4 cup sugar
	8 -12 apricots , halved and pit removed