Apple Tartlets with Nutmeg Scented Orange Custard

Indulge in the perfect blend of warm, fruity comfort and creamy decadence with these Apple Tartlets with Nutmeg-Scented Orange Custard. Crafted from buttery puff pastry and topped with spiraled slices of tender Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples, these tartlets are sprinkled with cinnamon sugar and baked to golden perfection. The dessert’s crowning glory is a silky, aromatic custard infused with fresh orange zest, a splash of orange juice, and a hint of nutmeg, creating an irresistible flavor pairing. Ready in under an hour, these elegant yet approachable treats are ideal for special occasions or cozy nights in. Serve warm with a dusting of powdered sugar for a visually stunning dessert that’s as delicious as it is beautiful. Perfectly balanced with crisp pastry, spiced fruit, and creamy citrus notes, these tartlets are a show-stopping crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 sheets Puff pastry sheets
• 3 whole Apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
• 4 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 4 large Egg yolks
• 1.5 cups Whole milk
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 1 tablespoon Fresh orange juice
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Step 2

Roll out the puff pastry sheets and cut them into six 4-inch circles. Place the circles on the baking tray and prick the centers lightly with a fork to prevent over-puffing.

Step 3

Peel, core, and thinly slice the apples. Arrange the apple slices in a spiral pattern on top of the puff pastry circles, leaving a small border around the edges.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar with the ground cinnamon. Sprinkle evenly over the apple-topped tartlets.

Step 5

Dot the apples with small pieces of butter using 1 tablespoon spread across all tartlets.

Step 6

Bake the tartlets in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the pastry is golden and the apples are tender. Remove and cool slightly.

Step 7

While the tartlets bake, prepare the nutmeg-scented orange custard. In a medium bowl, whisk the egg yolks and 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar until pale and creamy.

Step 8

In a saucepan, gently heat the milk, orange zest, orange juice, vanilla extract, and ground nutmeg until just simmering. Do not let it boil.

Step 9

Slowly pour the hot milk mixture into the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly to temper the yolks.

Step 10

Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until the custard thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 11

Serve each apple tartlet drizzled with warm nutmeg-scented orange custard and a dusting of powdered sugar on top.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1173.5 grams (1173.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1732

Total Fat 90.20g	116%
Saturated Fat 36.30g	182%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.10g
Cholesterol 848mg	283%
Sodium 766mg	33%
Total Carbohydrate 207.70g	76%
Dietary Fiber 16.90g	60%
Total Sugars 134.90g
Protein 31.60g	63%

Vitamin D 239IU	1193%
Calcium 624mg	48%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 1335mg	28%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.9%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 47.0%