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Tarte Tatin is a classic French upside-down apple tart made by caramelizing sliced apples in a skillet before covering them with pastry and baking until golden brown and tender.
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What is Tarte Tatin?
Tarte Tatin is a French upside-down apple tart. The apples are caramelized with butter and sugar before pastry is placed on top and the tart is baked, then inverted to serve.
Why is it called Tarte Tatin?
The tart is associated with the Tatin sisters, who ran the Hotel Tatin in Lamotte-Beuvron, France. Its origin story is often told as a kitchen mistake that became a classic dessert.
What apples work well for Tarte Tatin?
Firm apples are best because they hold shape during caramelizing and baking. Varieties such as Golden Delicious, Braeburn, or Granny Smith are commonly used depending on the balance of sweetness and acidity wanted.
Is Tarte Tatin made with puff pastry or shortcrust?
Both are used, but puff pastry is very common in modern home recipes because it bakes crisp over the caramelized apples. Traditional versions may use a simple pastry dough instead.
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