Tarte Tatin Ridiculously Easy

Effortlessly impress with this “Tarte Tatin Ridiculously Easy” recipe, a foolproof version of the classic French upside-down apple tart. Featuring tender caramelized apples nestled under a golden, flaky puff pastry, this dessert is as stunning as it is simple to prepare. With just a handful of ingredients—including store-bought puff pastry for ultimate convenience—you can produce a showstopping centerpiece in under an hour. The rich caramel, made with butter, sugar, and a hint of vanilla and lemon, perfectly complements the tartness of firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp. Ideal for dinner parties or casual gatherings, this Tarte Tatin is best served warm, flipped with flair onto a platter, and paired with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an indulgently easy treat. Perfect for beginner bakers and seasoned chefs alike, this recipe ensures decadent results with minimal effort.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 5 whole Apples (firm varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
• 85 grams Unsalted butter
• 120 grams Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 sheet Store-bought puff pastry sheet
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour (for rolling pastry)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).

Step 2

Peel, core, and slice the apples into halves or quarters, depending on their size.

Step 3

In an oven-safe skillet (approximately 9-10 inches in diameter), melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the sugar to the skillet and stir until dissolved, forming a caramel. This should take about 5 minutes, but watch closely to avoid burning.

Step 5

Stir in the vanilla extract and lemon juice, then remove from heat.

Step 6

Arrange the apple halves or quarters, rounded side down, directly on top of the caramel in a circular pattern. Fit as many as you can snugly.

Step 7

Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface until slightly larger than the diameter of the skillet. Carefully place the puff pastry on top of the apples, tucking in the edges neatly.

Step 8

Using a knife, make a few small slits in the puff pastry to allow steam to escape.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden and puffed.

Step 10

Remove the skillet from the oven and allow the tart to cool for 5-10 minutes to set the caramel slightly.

Step 11

Place a large plate or serving platter over the skillet. Using oven mitts, carefully flip the tart out onto the plate in one swift motion.

Step 12

Slice and serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1399.2 grams (1399.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2999

Total Fat 163.30g	209%
Saturated Fat 81.50g	408%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 188mg	63%
Sodium 1023mg	44%
Total Carbohydrate 397.00g	144%
Dietary Fiber 27.70g	99%
Total Sugars 218.90g
Protein 22.00g	44%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 102mg	8%
Iron 8mg	42%
Potassium 1234mg	26%

*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: 46.7%

Protein: 2.8%

Carbs: 50.5%