APPLE UPSIDE-DOWN TART – CLASSIC AND DELICIOUS

Juicy, golden brown, and with an irresistible touch of caramel… a recipe that always wins!
Just 2 magical steps: caramel + sponge cake = guaranteed success.

Ingredients:

For the caramel:

✔ 4 tbsp sugar
✔ 2 tbsp water

For the tart:

✔ 2 apples (red or green)
✔ 2 eggs
✔ 100 g sugar
✔ 100 ml milk
✔ 50 ml oil
✔ 1 tsp vanilla essence
✔ 180 g self-rising flour

Preparation:

1️⃣ Caramel:
Heat the sugar with the water until golden brown. Pour into the mold, swirling it around to cover the bottom.

2️⃣ Apples:
Peel and cut into wedges or thin slices. Arrange them on top of the caramel.

3️⃣ Dough:
Beat the eggs with the sugar until foamy.  Add milk, oil, vanilla, and then the sifted flour. Mix until combined.

4️⃣ Baking:
Pour over the apples and bake at 180°C for 35-40 minutes.
Let it rest for 5 minutes, remove from the pan, and marvel at the result!

Tip: Sprinkle cinnamon over the apples before baking for an incredible spicy touch.

🔥 Tips for Making It Perfect

1. Use firm apples: Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji hold their shape and balance the sweetness well.

2. Caramelize carefully: Don’t burn the sugar—go for golden brown to deep amber for a rich caramel flavor.

3. Chill your tart base: Cold dough bakes flakier and holds better over the caramel.

4. Invert while warm: Flip the tart onto a plate soon after baking so the caramel stays liquid and doesn’t harden in the pan.

5. Spice it up: Add cinnamon, nutmeg, or cardamom for warmth and depth.

6. Serve with: A scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for contrast.

🌟 Benefits & Importance

• Seasonal goodness: Uses fresh apples, often in abundance during fall.

• Minimal waste: A great way to use slightly bruised or imperfect apples.

  

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• Crowd-pleaser: Elegant presentation and rich flavor make it great for gatherings.

• Customizable: Easily adapted for vegan, gluten-free, or low-sugar diets.

• Nostalgic & comforting: Offers that cozy, homemade dessert feel.

🥗 Nutrition Information (per serving – approx. 1/8 of a 9” tart)

🔸 Note: Nutrition will vary depending on ingredients (butter vs. margarine, puff pastry vs. pie dough, sugar quantity, etc.).

💡 Healthier Alternatives

• Reduce sugar: Use natural sweeteners like maple syrup or coconut sugar.

• Whole wheat crust: For added fiber and nutrients.

• Add nuts: Walnuts or pecans add healthy fats and crunch.

• Use plant-based butter: For a dairy-free version.