Apple and Puff Pastry Tart (Printable Version)

A flaky, sweet apple tart made quickly in your air fryer - perfect for last-minute dessert cravings with minimal preparation.

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 apple (Gala or Pink Lady variety)
02 - ⅓ sheet puff pastry
03 - 1 tablespoon caramel syrup
04 - ½ tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
05 - ½ tablespoon honey

→ Sugar Glaze

06 - 1 tablespoon confectioner's sugar
07 - 1 teaspoon heavy cream

→ Egg Wash

08 - 1 small egg
09 - ⅛ teaspoon water (optional)

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Set air fryer to 370°F (188°C) for 18 minutes.
02 - Slightly thaw ⅓ puff pastry sheet and cut into two equal pieces.
03 - Place puff pastry on air fryer tray lined with parchment paper.
04 - Make a ½ inch slit around all sides without cutting through the bottom, creating a picture frame-like border.
05 - Poke small holes in the middle section using a knife tip or fork.
06 - Beat egg with water (if using) and lightly brush all sides of pastry.
07 - Insert air fryer tray into the middle cooking chamber and cook pastry for 10 minutes.
08 - Meanwhile, halve the apple without cutting through seeds, trim sides to fit pastry center, and slice thinly.
09 - Remove tray after 10 minutes and create a hollow center using a wooden spatula, being careful not to break the border.
10 - Drizzle caramel syrup in the hollowed center of the pastry.
11 - Arrange apple slices in an overlapping pattern.
12 - Brush apples with softened butter and drizzle with honey.
13 - Return tray to air fryer and cook for 5-8 minutes until pastry is golden and apples are tender.
14 - While baking, combine confectioner's sugar and heavy cream until smooth and creamy.
15 - Transfer tart to a baking sheet and cool for a few minutes before drizzling with sugar glaze.
16 - Enjoy as is or pair with vanilla ice cream. For added texture, consider topping with chopped spiced nuts.

# Additional Notes:

01 - This recipe was developed using an Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer Oven. Cooking times may vary with different air fryer models.
02 - Work with puff pastry when still slightly frozen as it's easier to handle.
03 - Close the air fryer door while adding apple slices and adjust cooking time as needed.
04 - The tart pairs well with vanilla ice cream or hot tea to balance the sweetness.

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