Tarte Tatin

Classic French upside-down apple tart with caramelized apples and buttery pastry. A timeless dessert that's elegant yet rustic.

Prep 45 min
Cook 30 min
Total 75 min
  1. Peel and halve apples, removing cores.

  2. Melt butter in a tarte tatin pan over medium heat.

  3. Add sugar and create a caramel, being careful not to burn it.

  4. Arrange apple halves vertically in the caramel, packing them tightly.

  5. Cook apples briefly on stovetop to start caramelization.

  6. Preheat oven to 180-200°C.

  7. Roll out pastry and cover the apples, tucking edges down into the pan.

  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes until pastry is golden brown.

  9. Remove from oven and let cool for 2-3 minutes.

  10. Carefully invert onto a serving plate larger than the pan.

  11. Serve warm, optionally with fresh cream or vanilla ice cream.

Notes

Chef's Tip: "To prevent too much water, prefer using Royal Gala, Pink Lady, or Reine des Reinettes apples."

Video Tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8xDM8U6h9Pw

Source: https://www.meilleurduchef.com/fr/recette/tarte-tatin.html