Perfect Peach Tarte Tatin
A rustic and elegant caramelized peach dessert with a crisp, buttery puff pastry crust, perfect for summer gatherings or cozy dinners.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 6–8 ripe but firm peaches, peeled, halved, and pitted
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 sheet puff pastry (about 8x8 inches), thawed
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare the peaches by peeling, halving, and pitting them. Toss gently with lemon juice and set aside.
- Make the caramel by melting sugar in a skillet over medium heat without stirring for 2-3 minutes until golden. Swirl gently, then add butter, sea salt, and vanilla extract. Stir to combine carefully.
- Remove skillet from heat and arrange peach halves cut side up in the caramel. Return to medium heat for 3-4 minutes to soften peaches and integrate flavors.
- Roll out puff pastry slightly on a floured surface to fit the skillet, trimming edges if needed.
- Drape puff pastry over peaches, tucking edges inside the skillet. Prick pastry lightly with a fork.
- Place skillet on a baking sheet and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30-35 minutes until pastry is golden and crisp.
- Cool for 10 minutes, then invert onto a serving plate carefully.
Notes
Use ripe but firm peaches to hold shape during caramelization. Add a pinch of sea salt to the caramel for depth. Watch sugar carefully to avoid burning. For gluten-free, use gluten-free puff pastry or almond flour crust. For dairy-free, substitute butter with vegan butter or coconut oil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of tart
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 18
- Carbohydrates: 38
- Protein: 3
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