Essential Recipe for French Caramelized Apple Pie

Preparation time: approximately 20 minutes Cooking time: 30 minutes

Ingredients for an Apple and Caramel Tart for 4 people

Here are the ingredients you will need:

• 1 prepared puff or shortcrust pastry
• 4 to 5 good apples
• 150g of sugar
• 30g butter
• 1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder (optional)

Preparing the apple and caramel tart

Follow the following steps to make this delicious pie:

Preheat your oven to 180°C.

Peel your apples, remove the core and cut them into thin slices.

In a pan, melt the sugar until you obtain an amber caramel.

Add the butter in pieces and stir until you obtain a homogeneous mixture.

Spread the apples on your dough and pour the caramel on top.

Bake for around 30 minutes.

Dietary recipe

Each serving of this delicious pie is approximately 400 calories. It is a gourmet dessert that should be consumed in moderation. For a more dietary version, you can replace the sugar with agave syrup or honey. In the same way, you can use light shortbread dough.

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Tips and variations

Want to change up your apple and caramel pie a little? Add crushed walnuts for a crunchy side or opt for applesauce instead of slices for a sweeter version. And why not a hint of rum in your caramel for a more adult tart?

Let your imagination be free ! The biggest secret to a successful apple pie is obviously to use quality apples. Choose firm and tangy varieties for the best results.

My little thing chef for a perfect tart: I always add a pinch of salt to my caramel, this balances the sweetness and brings a touch of sophistication to the recipe. Good tasting !