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Delightful Air Fryer Apple Tart: A Quick and Scrumptious Recipe

As the seasons change and the air turns crisp, there’s nothing quite like the warm, comforting aroma of baked apples wafting through your home. If you’re looking for a quick and easy dessert that celebrates the flavours of autumn, an Air Fryer Apple Tart is the perfect solution. This delightful dish combines the sweet, caramelised taste of apples with the buttery, flaky goodness of pastry, and the best part—it can be prepared in a fraction of the time it takes to bake in a traditional oven.

Ingredients

For the tart, you will need:

• 1 sheet of ready-rolled puff pastry
• 3 medium-sized apples (such as Bramley or Granny Smith)
• 50g of unsalted butter, melted
• 50g of brown sugar (adjust according to taste)
• 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
• A pinch of nutmeg (optional)
• A squeeze of lemon juice
• 1 egg, beaten (for glazing)
• Icing sugar (for dusting, optional)

Equipment

• Air fryer
• Baking parchment
• Rolling pin (if necessary)
• Mixing bowl
• A sharp knife or apple peeler

Method

1. Prepare the Apples: Start by peeling, coring, and slicing the apples into thin wedges. In a mixing bowl, combine the apple slices with melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), and a squeeze of lemon juice. Toss well to ensure the apples are evenly coated. Set aside to allow the flavours to meld.

2. Roll Out the Pastry: If your puff pastry is not already rolled out, place it on a lightly floured surface and roll it into a rectangle or circle, depending on your air fryer basket’s shape. Aim for about 5mm thickness. Using a sharp knife, score a 1cm border around the edge of the pastry, being careful not to cut all the way through. This border will puff up beautifully during cooking, creating a lovely frame for your apples.

3. Assemble the Tart: Carefully transfer the pastry to a piece of baking parchment (this will make it easier to lift into the air fryer). Arrange the apple mixture centrally on the pastry, ensuring the apple slices are fanned out and that they sit within the scored border.

4. Brush with Egg: Use a pastry brush to glaze the border of the tart with the beaten egg. This will give it a lovely golden colour as it cooks.

5. Air Fry the Tart: Preheat your air fryer to 180°C (356°F). Carefully lift the tart, with the baking parchment, and place it in the air fryer basket. Cook for 12-15 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the apples are tender. Cooking times might vary depending on the make and model of your air fryer, so keep an eye on it.

6. Finishing Touches: Once cooked, remove the tart from the air fryer and allow it to cool for a few minutes. Dust with icing sugar before serving for an extra touch of sweetness.

Serving Suggestions

This Air Fryer Apple Tart is delicious served warm with a dollop of clotted cream, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or a drizzle of custard. For a special brunch occasion, it pairs wonderfully with a cup of fresh Earl Grey tea.

Conclusion

Using an air fryer to prepare this Apple Tart not only speeds up the cooking process but also yields a wonderfully flaky pastry and soft, caramelised apples that are hard to resist. Perfect for busy weeknights or impromptu gatherings, this recipe is sure to become a favourite in your household. So go on, embrace the flavours of autumn with this delightful dish—your taste buds will thank you!

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