Why Make This Recipe
Mini Apple and Cinnamon Tarts are a delightful treat that captures the essence of comfort food. These little pastries are perfect for sharing or enjoying on your own. The combination of sweet apples, warm cinnamon, and flaky pastry makes them irresistible. They are simple to make and can be a great addition to any gathering or a special dessert for yourself.
How to Make Mini Apple and Cinnamon Tarts
Ingredients:
- 1 sheet of puff pastry or shortcrust pastry
- 3 apples
- 30 g of butter
- 2 tablespoons of brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon of ground cinnamon
- 1 packet of vanilla sugar
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
- Icing sugar (for decoration, optional)
Directions:
- Prepare the apples: Peel and chop the apples into small dice. Sauté them in a pan with butter, brown sugar, vanilla sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice for 5 to 7 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- Prepare the pastry: Cut circles from the pastry using a cookie cutter and place them into mini tartlet molds.
- Fill the tarts: Spoon the cinnamon apple mixture into each tartlet crust.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and bake for 20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and crisp.
- Finish: Let the tarts cool slightly, then dust with icing sugar before serving.
How to Serve Mini Apple and Cinnamon Tarts
These tarts can be served warm or at room temperature. They make a lovely dessert at any meal. You can garnish them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra treat.
How to Store Mini Apple and Cinnamon Tarts
If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They should last for about 2 to 3 days. You can also reheat them in the oven for a few minutes to restore their crispiness.
Tips to Make Mini Apple and Cinnamon Tarts
- Use a mix of sweet and tart apples for a balanced flavor.
- Don’t overcook the apples in the pan; you want them tender, not mushy.
- If you like a stronger cinnamon flavor, feel free to add a little more.
- Make sure the pastry is cold before cutting it to ensure crispiness while baking.
Variation
You can add nuts such as walnuts or pecans for a crunchy texture. Dried fruits like raisins or cranberries can also be mixed into the apple filling for an added sweet touch.
FAQs
Can I use store-bought pastry?
Yes, using store-bought pastry is a great time-saver and works perfectly for this recipe.
Can I freeze the tarts?
Yes, they can be frozen before baking. Just bake them straight from the freezer, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.
What type of apples is best for this recipe?
Sweet apples like Fuji, Honeycrisp, or a combination of sweet and tart apples like Granny Smith and Gala are perfect for this recipe.
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