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    Vegan Puff Pastry Apple Tart

    Published: Sep 5, 2022 · Updated: Jan 18, 2023 · As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

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    45 minutes

    This vegan puff pastry apple tart has just 5 ingredients. It’s easy, delicious and perfect for fall!

    Puff pastry apple tart on a wooden board.
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    This recipe is:

    • Dairy-free
    • Simple to make
    • Satisfying
    • Rustic
    • Flaky
    • French-inspired

    There’s so many great apple desserts. Apple crisp, apple pie, apple strudel… What we love about this apple tart is that it is one of the simplest vegan apple desserts you can make!

    This recipe is based on a traditional French pastry - tarte fine aux pommes, which translates as thin apple tart. It’s a simple staple at patisseries and home kitchens in France.

    It’s so easy to make - the trickiest thing about baking this tart is slicing the apples!

    Ingredient tips

    Here’s what you’ll need to bake this puff pastry apple tart:

    Ingedients on a wooden board, apples, puff pastry, vegan butter, sugar and apricot jam.

    Puff pastry - Many brands are accidentally vegan, but check the ingredients to be sure. Pepperidge Farm puff pastry is a good one to look for.

    Apples - Choose crisp apples that won’t go mushy when baked. Varieties such as Honeycrisp, Golden Delicious, or Braeburn are excellent options.

    Vegan butter - We like Flora Plant butter, but you can choose any stick or block form of vegan butter that you prefer.

    Sugar - We use vegan or organic certified regular sugar.

    Apricot preserves or jam - This makes the shiny and sweet glaze that covers the baked tart.

    Step by step pictures

    Here's how to make this vegan apple tart with puff pastry. Full detailed recipe and quantities are in the recipe card at the end of the post.

    Scoring a border on a sheet of puff pastry on a baking sheet.

    Step 1 - Place the puff pastry on a lined baking sheet and score a border around the edge.

    Slicing apples on a board.

    Step 2 - Core, optionally peel, and finely slice the apples.

    Arranging apples slices on top of a sheet of puff pastry.

    Step 3 - Arrange the apples on the pastry.

    Brushing vegan butter and suar on top of the unbaked tart.

    Step 4 - Melt the vegan butter and sugar together and brush this mixture on top of the apples and pastry.

    A baked apple tart with golden brown pastry.

    Step 5 - Bake the tart at 400℉ / 200℃ for 30-40 minutes.

    A pastry brush spreading glaze on top of the apple tart.

    Step 6 - Make the glaze and brush it over the tart.

    Top tip! For the most beautiful looking tart, choose apples that are round and similar in size. This way the slices will be even and easier to arrange neatly.

    Thin slices on apple on the glazed tart.

    Substitutions and variations

    Instead of apricot preserves / jam you can use another seedless jelly. Apple jelly would be the best alternative.

    If you would like to add some spices, you can sprinkle up to 1 teaspoon of cinnamon on the apples, or experiment with other spices that go great with apples such as cardamon, nutmeg, or ginger.

    You can also replace the apples with firm pears to make a vegan pear tart.

    Serving

    Delicious served warm fresh soon after baking.

    It's delightful served simply on its own, or with a scoop of vegan ice cream for a more rich dessert.

    Holding a slice of thin apple tart.

    Storage

    This apple tart is best enjoyed fresh on the day it is made, when the pastry is still crisp.

    If you have leftovers, then store them covered in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can warm the tart again in the oven at 200℉ / 100℃ for around 10 minutes to refresh the pastry.

    FAQs

    Do I need to peel apples?

    It’s up to you! If you don’t like the texture of the cooked peel, then peel the apple before slicing them. We often use organic apples and leave the peel on.

    How can I stop apples from going brown?

    The easiest way to stop the apple from browning whilst you work is to submerge them in water after peeling or slicing them. We use a bowl with a small plate on top. You can add a squeeze of lemon juice to the water if you have it.

    A slice of apple tart on a white plate with a fork.

    More ideas for apples

    Try these delicious recipes:

    1. Vegan Apple Cake by Vegan on Board
    2. Vegan Gluten-Free Apple Crisp
    3. Vegan Apple Cinnamon Muffins
    • Continue reading The Best Vegan Apple Dessert Recipes

    Recipe

    A slice of apple tart on a white plate with a fork.

    Vegan Puff Pastry Apple Tart

    Vegan Dessert Ideas
    Flaky, rustic and oh so tasty. This puff pastry apple tart is simple to make and perfect for fall!
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 30 mins
    Total Time 45 mins
    Servings 12 slices
    Category Pies and Tarts
    Cuisine French

    Equipment

    • Sharp Knife
    • Chopping Board
    • Large Baking Sheet
    • Baking Parchment
    • Silicone Pastry Brush

    Ingredients 

    • 1 sheet (270 g) puff pastry
    • 4 medium apples approximately 1 ¼ pound or 570g
    • 2 tablespoons vegan butter
    • 2 tablespoons sugar
    • 2 tablespoons apricot preserves or jam

    Instructions

    • If your puff pastry sheet is frozen, defrost it according to the package instructions.
    • Peel, core and very finely slice the apples (around ⅛ inch thick) with a sharp knife or mandoline. To keep the apples from browning you can submerge them in a bowl of water while you slice.
      4 medium apples
    • Spread the pastry on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and use a sharp knife to score a border inside the edge of pastry.
      1 sheet puff pastry
    • Arrange the apple slices overlapping on the pastry, leaving the border uncovered.
    • In a small pan, melt together the vegan butter and the sugar.
      With a silicone pastry brush, spread the melted butter and sugar all over the top of the apple slices.
      2 tablespoons vegan butter, 2 tablespoons sugar
    • Bake at 400℉ / 200℃ for 30-40 minutes until the apples start to brown and the pastry is golden.
    • Remove from the oven and let the tart cool down for 5 minutes.
    • In the meantime, make the glaze by adding boiling water to the apricot preserves or jam until it reaches a thin spreadable consistency.
      With a silicone pastry brush, spread the glaze over the apples.
      2 tablespoons apricot preserves or jam

    Notes

    Apples that are crisp and suitable for baking are best for this recipe, such as Braeburn, Honeycrisp or Golden Delicious. If you like it a bit more sour you can also use Granny Smith apples.
    Peeling is optional. Peeling the apples before slicing results in a smooth, almost creamy texture of the apple slices when cooked. It also makes it slightly easier to eat the apple tart. But if you don't mind or are in a hurry, you can leave the apples unpeeled.
    Baking time will vary depending on your oven and the apples. Aim for golden brown pastry and apples that are just starting to darken in colour. It's normal that the tart will look wet and possibly leak as the apple juices cook down.

    Nutritional Estimate Per Serving

    Serving 1slice | Calories 173kcal | Carbohydrates 20g | Protein 2g | Fat 10g | Saturated Fat 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat 2g | Monounsaturated Fat 5g | Trans Fat 0.01g | Sodium 74mg | Potassium 68mg | Fiber 2g | Sugar 8g | Vitamin A 115IU | Vitamin C 2mg | Calcium 6mg | Iron 1mg
    Leave a commentI hope you loved this recipe! Leave a ★★★★★ rating and share your ideas in the comments! Vicky x

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