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A freshly baked Puff Pastry Apple Tart with a flaky, golden crust, topped with thinly sliced apples arranged in a beautiful spiral pattern. The tart is drizzled with a glossy glaze and served with two scoops of vanilla ice cream, melting slightly into the warm pastry. Crumbly edges and a spoon with extra glaze add to the inviting, homemade charm of this dessert.

Easy Puff Pastry Apple Tart

A beautiful French-inspired puff pastry apple tart that's deceptively simple to make. Flaky pastry topped with caramelized apples creates an elegant dessert perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 285kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Keyword: easy apple tart, French apple tart, puff pastry apple tart, quick dessert
Cost: $13

🍳 Equipment

  • Large baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Sharp knife for slicing apples
  • Pastry brush
  • Rolling pin (if needed)

🛒 Ingredients

For the Tart:

  • 1 sheet frozen puff pastry thawed
  • 3-4 medium apples Honeycrisp or Granny Smith
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 egg for egg wash

For the Glaze:

  • 2 tablespoons apricot jam
  • 1 tablespoon water

📋 Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
  • Line baking sheet with parchment paper
  • Core and slice apples ⅛ inch thick
  • Toss apples with sugar and cinnamon
    A cozy kitchen scene where apple slices are being tossed with sugar and cinnamon in a large mixing bowl, preparing for a Puff Pastry Apple Tart. A parchment-lined baking sheet is ready in the background, and the warm, rustic setting highlights the homemade baking process.
  • Roll out puff pastry on floured surface
  • Transfer to baking sheet
  • Score 1-inch border around edges
  • Arrange apple slices within border
    A homemade Puff Pastry Apple Tart being assembled on a parchment-lined surface. Thinly sliced apples are arranged in a beautiful spiral, with small butter cubes placed on top. A pastry brush is being used to apply an egg wash to the crust, ensuring a golden, flaky finish. The rustic kitchen setting highlights the warmth and care of homemade baking.
  • Brush apples with melted butter
  • Brush border with egg wash
  • Bake 25-30 minutes until golden
  • Heat jam with water until smooth
  • Brush warm tart with glaze
  • Cool 10 minutes before serving

📝 Notes

  • Keep pastry cold until ready to use
  • Pat apple slices dry before arranging
  • Dock center of pastry with fork
  • Store in airtight container up to 2 days

🥗 Nutrition

Serving: 120g | Calories: 285kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 170mg | Potassium: 125mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 180IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg