Description
A delicious and elegant Apple and Brie Puff Pastry Tart combining buttery puff pastry with creamy brie cheese, sweet honey-drizzled apples, and crunchy walnuts for a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Ideal for a sophisticated appetizer or light dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Pastry
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
Filling
- 1 apple, thinly sliced
- 4 oz brie cheese, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Finishing
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
- Prepare puff pastry: Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface to smooth out any creases, ensuring an even thickness for uniform baking.
- Transfer pastry: Carefully transfer the rolled puff pastry onto the prepared baking sheet, positioning it to allow room for folding the edges later.
- Add brie slices: Arrange the thinly sliced brie cheese evenly over the puff pastry, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges to create a crust and hold the filling.
- Layer apples: Place the thinly sliced apple evenly over the brie, distributing them to cover the cheese but not overcrowding the tart.
- Drizzle honey and add walnuts: Drizzle the honey evenly over the apples and sprinkle with chopped walnuts if desired, adding sweetness and a crunchy texture.
- Fold pastry edges: Gently fold the edges of the puff pastry up and over the filling, pleating as necessary to create a rustic border that will hold the ingredients in place while baking.
- Brush with egg wash: Brush the folded edges of the puff pastry with the beaten egg to promote a golden and glossy crust during baking.
- Bake the tart: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown, and the cheese has melted.
- Cool and serve: Remove from the oven and allow the tart to cool slightly before slicing into portions. Serve warm or at room temperature for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use a sweet-tart apple variety like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for a balanced flavor.
- Brie with the rind left on adds extra flavor but can be removed if preferred.
- Walnuts are optional but add a nice crunch; pecans can be used alternatively.
- To save time, use pre-sliced apples if available.
- Serve with a side of fresh salad for a light meal option.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator and reheat gently to preserve pastry crispness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 tart
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
Keywords: apple tart, brie cheese, puff pastry, honey, walnuts, appetizer, French pastry, easy tart recipe
