Classic Upside-down Apple Tart

Portions:8 people
Preparation Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
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Equipment

  • Pastry cutter or two knives
  • Fork
  • plastic wrap
  • 10″ cast-iron skillet
  • knife
  • Rolling Pin
  • platter

Ingredients

For the Pastry:

  • 1 ½ cups flour
  • 6 tbsp. confectioners’ sugar
  • ½ tsp. salt
  • 10 tbsp. butter cut into small pieces
  • 1 egg lightly beaten

For the Apples:

  • 8 Granny Smith apples
  • 12 tbsp. butter cut into small pieces
  • 1 cup sugar

Instructions

For the Pastry:

  • Sift together the flour, confectioners’ sugar, and salt into a large mixing bowl.
  • Use a pastry cutter or two knives to work the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse meal.
  • Stir in the egg with a fork until the dough just begins to hold together.
  • Press the dough into a rough ball, then transfer to a lightly floured surface.
  • Knead the dough a few times, gather it into a ball, then flatten slightly to make a disk.
  • Wrap the disk in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

For the Apples:

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Peel, quarter, and core the apples.
  • Melt the butter in a 10″ cast-iron skillet over medium heat, then remove from heat and sprinkle evenly with sugar.
  • Tightly pack the apples around the inside edge of the skillet, standing upright on their sides, nestled against one another.
  • Arrange the remaining apples in a similar position in the center of the skillet. (The apples will shrink as they cook.)
  • Return to high heat and cook until the butter and sugar caramelize to a rich brown, about 15 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, then carefully turn the apples over to the uncooked side with a fork, taking care not to burn your fingers.
  • Return to heat and cook for another 5–8 minutes.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface into a 12″ circle.
  • Drape the pastry over the apples and skillet, then tuck the overhanging dough between the apples and the inside wall of the skillet.
  • Bake in the oven until the pastry is golden, about 20–30 minutes.
  • Allow the tart to cool for 15 minutes, then loosen the edges with a knife.
  • Place a platter on top of the skillet and invert quickly and carefully.
  • Serve warm.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice:

Pair with a light and sweet dessert wine such as Sauternes or a sparkling apple cider.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 350 kcal | Carbohydrates: 45 g | Protein: 3 g | Fat: 18 g | Fiber: 4 g | Sugar: 30 g | Salt: 0.3 mg
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Course Dessert / Fruit / Pastry / Tarts
Cuisine French
Diets Vegetarian