Create the perfect Apple Tartlet with this easy-to-follow recipe. These delicious pastry treats are a wonderful way to enjoy the flavors of fall and make a delightful dessert or snack.
Ingredients for Perfect Apple Tartlet:
- 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed
- 2-3 apples, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 cup apricot preserves
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
How to make Perfect Apple Tartlet:
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the puff pastry: Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Using a round cookie cutter or glass, cut out circles from the puff pastry and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Prepare the apples: In a bowl, combine the sliced apples, melted butter, sugar, and cinnamon. Toss until the apples are evenly coated.
- Assemble the tartlets: Arrange the apple slices on top of each puff pastry circle, leaving a small border around the edges. Fold the edges of the puff pastry over the apples, creating a rustic tartlet shape.
- Bake: Bake the tartlets in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the apples are tender.
- Glaze the tartlets: In a small saucepan, heat the apricot preserves until melted. Brush the melted preserves over the warm tartlets to create a shiny glaze.
- Serve: Serve the apple tartlets warm, dusted with powdered sugar if desired.
About the Main Ingredients:
- Puff Pastry: Provides a light and flaky base for the tartlets.
- Apples: Use your favorite variety of apples for the filling. They should be thinly sliced for even cooking.
- Butter: Adds richness and flavor to the apples.
- Sugar: Sweetens the apples and helps them caramelize.
- Cinnamon: Adds warmth and spice to the filling.
- Apricot Preserves: Used to glaze the tartlets and add a sweet finish.
