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A square puff pastry topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and dusted with powdered sugar on a light blue plate.

Easy Apple Tart On Puff Pastry Recipe

Author: Jessica Haggard
If fall had a signature dessert, apple tart with puff pastry would be it. Juicy apples, a flaky crust, and ice cream come together for an elegant treat that's great for dessert, brunch, or a cozy weekend. Make a batch in less than an hour.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Bake Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Desserts
Cuisine French
Servings 6 tarts
Calories 339 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

For the Tarts:

  • 1 sheet puff pastry thawed if frozen

For the Apples:

  • 1 medium Red Delicious apple peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ⅙ teaspoon salt

For Serving:

  • confectioner's sugar for dusting
  • vanilla ice cream optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375 °F.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a frying pan or skillet over medium heat. Add the apples. Sprinkle brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and salt over the apples and mix to combine. Once bubbling, cook for about 10 minutes, until tender and caramelized. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  • On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry and cut into 6 even rectangles.
  • Divide the remaining butter into 6 portions and place them on a baking sheet with ample space between. Arrange a portion of the caramelized apples (about 4 slices per tart) and then cover with a rectangle of puff pastry. Press the edges down gently with a fork to seal.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden and puffed. Let the tarts cool for a few minutes, then carefully flip each tart onto a plate. Be cautious when flipping, as the caramel will be hot and sticky.

Notes

  • Thaw puff pastry in the fridge until it’s soft enough to handle but still cool so it puffs up nicely in the oven.
  • Keep the dough cold for flaky layers, and chill it again if it starts to soften.
  • Slice the apples thin and even so they cook evenly and create a neat, bakery-style look.
  • Avoid overfilling to prevent leaks. Leave a little space around the edges for a clean bake.
Serve: Pair with ice cream, whipped cream, or crème fraîche, and serve with cider, chai, or coffee for a cozy finish.
Store: Keep leftover tarts in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature or 4 days in the fridge. You can also freeze them for up to 1 month, then reheat in a 350°F oven for 8 to 10 minutes until crisp and warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tartCalories: 339kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 3gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 169mgPotassium: 66mgFiber: 1gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 251IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 13mgIron: 1mg
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