Caramel Apple Tart Recipe

Name: Caramel Apple Tart
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Caramel sauce; 1 1/2 cups packed dark brown sugar; 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream; 6 tablespoons unsalted butter; Crust; 1 1/4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour; 3/4 cup powdered sugar; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 cup chilled unsalted butter, diced; 2 large egg yolks; Filling; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 tablespoon unbleached all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom; 6 large golden delicious apples, peeled, quartered, cored (about 2 3/4 pounds)

Servings: persons

Caramel sauce
1 1/2 cups packed dark brown sugar
1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
Crust
1 1/4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
3/4 cup powdered sugar
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup chilled unsalted butter, diced
2 large egg yolks
Filling
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon unbleached all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
6 large golden delicious apples, peeled, quartered, cored (about 2 3/4 pounds)

1
For caramel sauce:
2
Bring sugar, cream, and butter to boil in heavy medium saucepan over medium-high heat, whisking constantly until sugar dissolves. Boil until caramel thickens enough to coat spoon thickly, whisking often, about 10 minutes. DO AHEAD Caramel sauce can be made 5 days ahead. Cover; chill. Whisk over low heat until warm before using.
3
For crust:
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Blend flour, powdered sugar, and salt in processor. Add butter and blend until coarse meal forms. Add egg yolks. Pulse until moist clumps form. Gather dough into ball; flatten into disk. Wrap and chill at least 1 hour. DO AHEAD Dough for tart crust can be made 1 day ahead. Keep chilled.
5
For filling:
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Whisk first 4 ingredients in large bowl to blend. Add apples and toss until evenly coated.
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Preheat oven to 375u00b0F Roll out dough on lightly floured surface to 13-inch round. Transfer to 9-inch-diameter tart pan with removable bottom. Cut overhang even with top of pan sides. Press sides of dough to bring 1/4 inch above sides of pan. Arrange apple quarters, cut side down, in circle around outer edge of pan, fitting snugly. Cut remaining apple quarters lengthwise in half; stand in center of tart, fitting snugly.
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Bake tart until apples are tender, about 1 hour 15 minutes. Remove tart from oven; brush with some of caramel sauce. Cool tart to room temperature. Rewarm remaining caramel sauce. Drizzle tart lightly with sauce. Serve, passing remaining sauce separately.

1393

kcal

Calories

Fat

167

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Caramel sauce, 1 1/2 cups packed dark brown sugar, 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream, 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, and more.

Yes, Caramel Apple Tart falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Caramel Apple Tart

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Variations & substitutions

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