A rustic apple tart with puff pastry is a great way to make a quick and easy dessert with minimum effort. Using just five ingredients you probably already have on hand, this is the perfect dessert for apple season.
Prepare the Puff Pastry: If using store-bought puff pastry, thaw it according to the package instructions. Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to your desired shape (a round or a rectangle), about 1/8-inch thick.
1 sheet Puff pastry
Shape the Tart: For a Round Tart, use a tart pan, cut the puff pastry into a circle, and trim the edges. For a Rectangular Tart, trim the edges of the puff pastry to form a neat rectangle.
4 large Apples
Prepare the Apples: Peel, core, and thinly slice the apples into even slices, about 1/8-inch thick. Place the apple slices in a bowl and toss with lemon juice to prevent browning. Add sugar and cinnamon to the apples and gently toss until evenly coated.
¼ cup Brown sugar, 2 tbsp Lemon juice, 1 tsp Cinnamon powder, 2 tsp Vanilla extract, ¼ tsp Salt
Assemble the Tart: Transfer the shaped puff pastry onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Arrange the apple slices on top of the puff pastry, overlapping them slightly and leaving a small border around the edges. Dot the apples with small pieces of butter.
1 tbsp Butter
Bake the Tart: Place the tart in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the apples are tender.
Optional Glaze: While the tart is baking, warm the apricot jam in a small saucepan until it becomes liquid. Once the tart is done, brush the apricot jam over the apples for a shiny glaze.
Cool and Serve: Allow the tart to cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature. Optionally, top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
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