Sweet Apple and Cinnamon Puff Pastry Tartlets
These sweet apple and cinnamon tartlets are simple, quick and beautiful to serve as a snack, brunch treat or dessert.
The puff pastry becomes golden and crisp, while the apple turns soft, fragrant and lightly caramelized.
Prep Time: 15 minutes Bake Time: 18–22 minutes Servings: 8 tartlets Difficulty: Easy
Sweet Apple and Cinnamon Puff Pastry Tartlets
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry
- 2 medium apples
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon milk
- Honey or fruit glaze, for brushing after baking
- Powdered sugar, optional
Instructions
1. Prepare the pastry
Preheat the oven to 200°C / 400°F.
Unroll the puff pastry and cut it into 8 rectangles or squares.
Place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the apples
Slice the apples thinly.
Mix them with lemon juice, brown sugar, cinnamon and melted butter.
3. Assemble the tartlets
Arrange the apple slices over each piece of puff pastry, leaving a small border around the edges.
Mix the egg yolk with the milk and brush the pastry borders.
4. Bake
Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the pastry is golden, puffed and crisp.
Remove from the oven and lightly brush the apples with honey or fruit glaze for shine.
Tips
Add sliced almonds before baking for extra crunch.
Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
You can replace the apple with pear, peach or berries.
Conclusion
These apple and cinnamon puff pastry tartlets are easy, elegant and full of cozy flavor. They are ready in little time and taste especially delicious when served warm.