Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our delectable Apple Tartlets, a culinary masterpiece that combines the classic charm of apple pie with a modern twist. These individual tartlets feature a flaky, buttery crust encasing a sweet and tangy apple filling, topped with a luscious cinnamon-balsamic syrup. As a delightful accompaniment, we introduce our homemade Butter Toffee Ice Cream, a creamy and indulgent treat that perfectly complements the tartlets. This recipe also includes instructions for a delectable Caramel Sauce, adding an extra layer of richness and sweetness to the dessert.
Embrace the art of pastry-making as we guide you through the process of creating the perfect tart crust. Our detailed instructions ensure that your crust will be flaky and golden brown, providing the ideal base for the delightful apple filling. We'll teach you how to select the best apples for baking, ensuring a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness.
Learn the secrets of crafting a luscious cinnamon-balsamic syrup, a flavor combination that elevates the classic apple filling to new heights. The syrup adds a touch of sophistication and depth, creating a harmonious blend of flavors.
For the ultimate indulgence, we'll share our recipe for Butter Toffee Ice Cream. This homemade ice cream is a symphony of creamy vanilla, rich toffee, and crunchy toffee bits. It's the perfect partner for the Apple Tartlets, offering a delightful contrast of textures and flavors.
And to complete this dessert extravaganza, we've included a recipe for a decadent Caramel Sauce. This sauce is a versatile delight, perfect for drizzling over the tartlets, ice cream, or even using as a topping for other desserts. Its velvety texture and rich caramel flavor will leave you craving more.
With our step-by-step instructions, you'll be able to prepare these culinary delights with ease. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a journey of taste and pleasure with our Apple Tartlets, Cinnamon-Balsamic Syrup, Butter Toffee Ice Cream, and Caramel Sauce.
APPLE PIE TARTLETS
Good-for-you things come in small packages when you make a batch of the tiny apple pie treats. Sweet and cinnamony, these mouthwatering apple tarts are a delightful addition to a dessert buffet or snack tray. -Mary Kelley, Minneapolis, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 35m
Yield 20 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. On a lightly floured surface, roll out crust; cut into twenty 2-1/2-in. circles. Press onto the bottom and up the sides of miniature muffin cups coated with cooking spray. Prick crusts with a fork. Spray lightly with cooking spray. Combine sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over crusts. , Bake until golden brown, 6-8 minutes. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks., In a large saucepan, melt butter. Add apples; cook and stir over medium heat until crisp-tender, 4-5 minutes. Stir in sugar, caramel topping, flour, cinnamon, lemon juice and salt. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until sauce is thickened and apples are tender, about 2 minutes. Cool for 5 minutes. Spoon into tart shells.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 150 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 126mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
CINNAMON APPLE TARTLETS
These flaky, sweet Cinnamon Apple Tartlets are a fun ending to a great weeknight meal. And the treats come together in just under fifteen minutes. - Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Separate crescent dough into four rectangles; place on an ungreased baking sheet. Seal perforations. Sprinkle with 3 teaspoons cinnamon-sugar. , Bake at 375° for 5 minutes. Arrange apple slices over dough; sprinkle with remaining cinnamon-sugar. Bake 5-8 minutes longer or until golden brown. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts :
APPLE TARTLETS WITH CINNAMON-BALSAMIC SYRUP & BUTTER-TOFFEE ICE CREAM
Steps:
- ICE CREAM: Melt butter in heavy small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in sugar, then half & half, and salt. Bring just to simmer, stirring to dissolve sugar. Whisk eggs in medium bowl to blend. Gradually whisk in hot half and half mixture. Return mixture to same saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat until mixture thickens and finger leaves path on back of spoon when drawn across, stirring constantly, about 3 minutes. Stir in cream, liqueur, & vanilla. Strain into medium bowl. Cover and chill until cold, about 2 hours. Process cream mixture in ice cream maker according to manufacturer's instructions. Add toffee bits and about 3 minutes before ice cream is done. Transfer to container; freeze. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Keep frozen. SYRUP: Bring all ingredients to boil in heavy small saucepan, stirring to dissolve sugar. Reduce heat to medium and boil until syrupy and reduced to generous ½ cup, about 6 minutes. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and let stand at room temperature. Rewarm in microwave 10 seconds before serving. TARTLETS: Preheat oven to 400°. Mix sugar & butter to blend in small bowl. Divide mixture among four 1-cup ramekins, pressing to cover bottom evenly. Layer apple slices over sugar mixture, pressing slightly on apples to compact and almost filling cup. Open pastry sheet. Using biscuit cutter, cut out 4 rounds the same size as top diameter of ramekins. Using fork, pierce dough all over. Place 1 dough round atop apples in each ramekin. Brush tops with beaten egg. Bake tartlets until pastry is puffed and deep golden brown, about 30 minutes. Let cool at least 5 minutes. DO AHEAD: Tartlets can be made 4 hours ahead. Let stand at room temp. Invert warm or room temp tartlets onto plates. Drizzle with syrup and serve with scoop of ice cream alongside.
Tips:
- Use a variety of apples. This will give your tartlets a more complex flavor and texture. Some good options include Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Pink Lady apples.
- Peel and core your apples thinly. This will help them cook evenly.
- Don't overcook your apples. They should be tender but still hold their shape.
- Use a good quality puff pastry. This will make your tartlets light and flaky.
- Be careful not to overfill your tartlets. Otherwise, they will be difficult to close and the filling will spill out.
- Bake your tartlets until they are golden brown. This will ensure that the pastry is cooked through and the filling is bubbling.
- Serve your tartlets warm with your favorite ice cream or whipped cream.
Conclusion:
Apple tartlets are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With a flaky puff pastry crust, a sweet and tangy apple filling, and a decadent cinnamon-balsamic syrup-butter toffee ice cream, these tartlets are sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a special dessert to impress your friends and family, give these apple tartlets a try.
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