Honeycrisp Apple Tart

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Honeycrisp Apple Tart.

1. Step 1

   To start your delightful Honeycrisp apple tarts, gather all your ingredients and preheat your oven to a cozy 400°F (200°C).

2. Step 2

   Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and grab two 6-ounce ramekins to set aside.

3. Step 3

   Let your puff pastry sheet thaw on the counter for about 5 minutes; it should be firm yet pliable.

4. Step 4

   Using a round pastry cutter, cut out two rounds of dough that fit the diameter of your ramekins.

5. Step 5

   Place these rounds on the prepared baking sheet and give them a gentle prick all over with a fork to prevent puffing too much during baking.

6. Step 6

   Pop the pastry rounds into your preheated oven and let them bake for about 15 minutes, or until they’re beautifully puffed and golden brown on the bottom.

7. Step 7

   Once they’re done, take them out and lightly press down on the pastries with a fork to deflate them just a bit, then let them cool while you prepare the filling.

8. Step 8

   Now, raise the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C).

9. Step 9

   In a mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, white sugar, a pinch of cinnamon, and a tiny pinch of salt for a sweet and aromatic mixture.

10. Step 10

    Take 1 1/2 teaspoons of butter and grease the bottom and sides of each ramekin.

11. Step 11

    Spoon the sugar mixture evenly into the ramekins, saving about 1 1/2 teaspoons for later.

12. Step 12

    Give the ramekins a gentle shake to settle the sugar.

13. Step 13

    Next, fill a bowl with 3 cups of cold water and squeeze in some fresh lemon juice.

14. Step 14

    Prepare your apples by trimming the tops and bottoms, then cutting them in half.

15. Step 15

    Peel the apple halves and slice them into long ribbons, dropping them into the lemon water to keep them from browning.

16. Step 16

    Take 3 to 4 of the longest apple ribbons and overlap them to create a long ribbon.

17. Step 17

    Roll this tightly to form the center of your tart, standing it upright.

18. Step 18

    Coil additional apple ribbons around this center, overlapping as you go, until the coil matches the diameter of your ramekin.

19. Step 19

    Place this beautiful apple coil into the ramekin with the flat side facing the sugar mixture, and repeat the process for the second tart.

20. Step 20

    Dot each tart with 1/2 teaspoon of butter and sprinkle the reserved sugar mixture on top.

21. Step 21

    Carefully place a pastry round over each tart, ensuring the fork-poked side is facing down on the apples.

22. Step 22

    Bake your tarts in the oven for about 30 minutes, or until the pastries are golden brown and the juices are bubbling with excitement.

23. Step 23

    Once baked, gently press down on the hot pastries with a fork and let them cool for about 10 minutes.

24. Step 24

    To serve, run a knife around the edges of each pastry and carefully turn them out onto serving plates.

25. Step 25

    If you like, use a spoon to separate the layers for a more defined look.

26. Step 26

    Now, sit back and enjoy the deliciousness of your homemade Honeycrisp apple tarts! Each bite is a warm hug of flavor that’s sure to impress.