Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 pound puff pastry, thawed
- 6 Honeycrisp apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
Preparation Time:
30 minutes
Cooking Time:
25-30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
3/5 (Intermediate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Cut puff pastry into 8 equal squares.
- In a large bowl, combine apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Place a quarter of the apple mixture in the center of each pastry square.
- Brush edges of pastry with melted butter and fold up the corners towards the center, overlapping them slightly.
- Transfer tarts to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
Nutritional Information:
Per tart (serving size):
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Delicate and flaky puff pastry crust
- Sweet and tart Honeycrisp apples
- Warm and inviting cinnamon and nutmeg flavors
- Perfect for a special occasion dessert
User Comments:
- "These tarts were absolutely delicious! The apples were perfectly tender and the crust was so light and buttery."
- "I loved the combination of the sweet apples and the warm spices. It's a perfect fall dessert."
- "These were surprisingly easy to make, but they looked and tasted like they came from a fancy bakery."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use a sharp knife to peel and slice the apples for best results.
- If you don't have Honeycrisp apples, you can substitute another variety such as Granny Smith or Pink Lady.
- If the tarts start to brown too quickly, cover the edges with aluminum foil.
- Let the tarts cool slightly before serving to prevent the filling from running out.
