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Honey Apple Upside-Down Puff Pastry Tarts

Delightful tarts featuring sweet honey and caramelized apples beneath flaky puff pastry, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 sheet puff pastry Thawed if frozen
  • 6 tbsp honey For sweetness
  • 3 tbsp butter For richness
  • 2 apples thinly sliced Choose firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon For flavor
  • 1 egg for egg wash To brush on pastry
  • 1 pinch flaky salt To enhance flavors

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a baking dish, combine honey and butter, then arrange the thin apple slices on top.
  3. Sprinkle cinnamon over the apples.
  4. Roll out the puff pastry and place it over the apples, tucking the edges in.
  5. Brush the pastry with the egg wash and sprinkle with flaky salt.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the pastry is golden brown.
  2. Allow to cool for a few minutes, then carefully flip the tart over onto a serving plate to reveal the caramelized apples on top.
  3. Serve warm.

Notes

For added flavor, consider incorporating a bit of nutmeg or vanilla extract to the apples before baking. Leftovers can be stored covered in plastic wrap or an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.