How to Bake a Tarte Tatin

Tarte Tatin is a classic French dessert made with caramelized apples and a flaky pastry crust. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to make your own Tarte Tatin:

Ingredients: - 6-7 large apples (such as Granny Smith), peeled and cored - 1/2 cup unsalted butter - 1 cup granulated sugar - 1 tsp vanilla extract - 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon - 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg - 1 sheet of frozen puff pastry, thawed - Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, for serving

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Cut the apples into quarters or eighths, depending on their size.

3. In a 9-inch oven-safe skillet or Tarte Tatin pan, melt the butter over medium heat.

4. Add the sugar to the skillet and stir until the sugar has dissolved. Cook the sugar and butter mixture until it turns golden brown, stirring occasionally. This should take about 5-7 minutes.

5. Once the caramel has turned golden brown, add the vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir to combine.

6. Arrange the apple slices in the skillet, starting from the outer edge and working your way in.

7. Cook the apples in the caramel mixture for about 10-15 minutes, or until the apples have softened slightly and the caramel has thickened.

8. Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface and cut it into a circle slightly larger than the skillet.

9. Place the pastry circle over the apples and tuck the edges of the pastry into the skillet.

10. Bake the Tarte Tatin in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.

11. Remove the skillet from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.

12. To serve, place a plate or platter on top of the skillet and carefully flip it over. The Tarte Tatin should release from the skillet and the apples will be on top of the pastry.

13. Serve the Tarte Tatin warm, with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Enjoy your delicious homemade Tarte Tatin!