Ingredients
Pie and Filling
- 1 pie crust
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 3 apples, cored and sliced
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 1/2 tsp apple pie spice
Caramel Sauce
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to get ready for baking the tart.
- Prepare the apples: Toss the sliced apples in lemon juice to prevent browning. Then add sugar, cornstarch, and apple pie spice, stirring until the apples are evenly coated and the mixture is well combined.
- Prepare the crust: Roll out the pie crust and fit it neatly into your tart pan. Trim any excess dough hanging over the edges for a clean finish.
- Assemble the tart: Arrange the coated apple slices evenly inside the crust, ensuring the filling is spread out. Pour any leftover liquid from the apple mixture over the apples inside the crust.
- Bake the tart: Place the tart in the preheated oven and bake for about 45 minutes, or until the filling is bubbling and the crust turns a beautiful golden brown.
- Cool the tart: Remove the tart from the oven and transfer it onto a wire rack to cool completely to room temperature before adding the caramel sauce.
- Make the caramel sauce: In a saucepan, combine sugar, water, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar dissolves, about 5 minutes.
- Caramelize sugar: Once the mixture reaches a boil, stop stirring to avoid crystallization or burning. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let it cook undisturbed for about 5 minutes, or until it turns a deep golden brown color.
- Finish the caramel: Remove the pan from heat and immediately stir in the heavy cream and unsalted butter until the caramel sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
- Serve: Drizzle the warm salted caramel sauce generously over the cooled apple tart. Slice and enjoy this delicious dessert!
Notes
- Use a tart pan with a removable bottom for easier removal and serving.
- Choose tart, crisp apples like Granny Smith for the best texture and flavor.
- Make sure the tart is completely cooled before adding caramel to prevent it from melting into the crust.
- For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the caramel sauce.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator and reheat slightly before serving for a gooey texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
