Ingredients
Method
- Allow the puff pastry sheets to thaw for about 5–10 minutes until flexible. If using pastry blocks instead of sheets, roll them into two 25 cm squares.
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line two baking trays with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- Slice each pastry sheet into four equal squares. Fold about 1 cm of each edge inward to form a border, pressing gently so it adheres. Prick the centers several times with a fork.
- Arrange the pastry squares on the prepared baking trays and bake for 10–15 minutes until lightly puffed and just beginning to turn golden. Remove from the oven.
- While the pastry is baking, peel, core, halve, and slice the apples into thin, even slices.
- Combine the melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl until evenly blended.
- Spread an even layer of applesauce in the center of each pastry square, keeping the raised border clear. Fan the apple slices neatly over the applesauce, then brush the cinnamon butter mixture across the apples.
- If using, brush the beaten egg yolk around the pastry edges for extra color and shine.
- Return the tartlets to the oven and bake for 15–20 minutes, until the pastry is crisp and deeply golden and the apples are tender.
- Let the tartlets cool slightly or completely, then dust with icing sugar just before serving if desired.
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Notes
These flaky apple tartlets are the kind of cozy treat that fills your kitchen with the comforting aroma of cinnamon and baked apples. They're simple enough for everyday baking yet special enough to share during the holidays.