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Ideal Fall Apple Tart

Recipe by Claire Saffitz x Dessert Person

A rustic free‑form apple tart that captures the flavors of fall. Thinly sliced fresh apples sit on a thick, buttery apple‑cider compote, all baked in a flaky rough puff pastry crust and finished with a glossy apricot‑cider glaze. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any autumn gathering.

MediumFrenchServes 8

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Source Video
1h 21m
Prep
1h 25m
Cook
20m
Cleanup
3h 6m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$18.75
Per serving:$2.34

Critical Success Points

  • Make toffee base without letting butter separate
  • Reduce apple cider to half for proper compote thickness
  • Dock pastry to prevent puffing in the center
  • Do not place hot compote on cold pastry; let compote cool slightly before assembling
  • Bake at high heat initially then finish at 350°F for even puff and browning

Safety Warnings

  • Hot apple cider can splatter – stand back when adding to pan
  • Use oven mitts when handling hot baking sheet
  • Sharp knife – keep fingers curled while slicing apples

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