Apple & Hazelnut Tarte Tatin
Apple & Hazelnut Tarte Tatin is a delightful twist on the classic French dessert, featuring warm caramelized apples and crunchy hazelnuts beneath a flaky puff pastry. This stunning tart not only enchants with its beautiful presentation but also delivers a heavenly balance of sweet and nutty flavors. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an unforgettable treat that will impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup toasted hazelnuts, roughly chopped
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Drizzle apple slices with lemon juice and toss with sugar until coated.
- Toast hazelnuts on a baking sheet for about 10 minutes until golden.
- In an ovenproof skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Gradually add sugar, stirring until smooth and golden brown.
- Arrange apple wedges in the skillet and sprinkle with toasted hazelnuts over the caramel.
- Cover with puff pastry, pricking it with a fork for ventilation.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before flipping onto a serving plate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (143g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg