Description
A rustic French-inspired tart featuring golden caramelized apples and crispy Brussels sprouts, nestled on buttery puff pastry. Sweet, savory, and full of comforting flavor.
Ingredients
- Brussels Sprouts: 2 cups, halved
- Apples: 2 large, peeled and sliced
- Unsalted Butter: 3 tablespoons
- Brown Sugar: 1/3 cup
- Apple Cider Vinegar: 1 tablespoon
- Thyme Leaves: 1 teaspoon, fresh
- Puff Pastry Sheet: 1 sheet, thawed
- Salt and Pepper: To taste
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and ensure your skillet is oven-safe.
- Combine Ingredients: Melt butter in skillet over medium heat, stir in brown sugar and vinegar until bubbly and syrupy.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Remove from heat. Arrange Brussels sprouts cut side down in caramel. Add apple slices. Sprinkle thyme and season with salt and pepper.
- Assemble the Dish: Place puff pastry over the top, tucking in edges. Cut small slits in pastry.
- Cook to Perfection: Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and puffed.
- Finishing Touches: Let rest for 5 minutes, then flip onto a plate.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice and serve warm with optional crème fraîche or honey.
Notes
- Use firm apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith for best texture.
- Ensure Brussels sprouts are dry before cooking for a crisp finish.
- Flip tart over a sink or cutting board to avoid mess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main or Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: tarte tatin, Brussels sprouts tart, savory apple tart, vegetarian tarte tatin, puff pastry tart