Ingredients and Weight:
- Granny Smith apples: 1 kg (2.2 lbs)
- Puff pastry: 1 sheet (500 g / 1 lb)
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
- Sugar: 1/2 cup (100 g)
- Butter: 1/4 cup (50 g), softened
- Egg: 1, beaten
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
25-30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Peel, core, and slice the apples into thin wedges.
- In a bowl, combine the apples, cinnamon, and sugar.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry into a 12-inch (30 cm) circle.
- Spread the apple mixture evenly over the puff pastry, leaving a 1-inch (2.5 cm) border around the edge.
- Fold the border over the apples, pleating it as needed.
- Brush the tart with the beaten egg.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the apples are tender.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 250 per serving
- Fat: 10 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Protein: 5 g
Dish Characteristics:
- Flaky, golden pastry
- Sweet, tangy apple filling
- Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert
User Comments:
- "This tart is absolutely delicious! The apples are perfectly cooked and the cinnamon gives it a wonderful flavor."
- "I love the combination of the sweet apples and the flaky pastry. It's a real treat!"
- "This is a great recipe for using up leftover apples. It's easy to make and it always turns out great."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have ground cinnamon, you can use 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon sticks.
- If you want a sweeter tart, you can add more sugar to the apple mixture.
- Be careful not to overfill the tart or it will be difficult to fold the edges.
