Layered Apple Tarte Tatin with Maple Mascarpone Chantilly

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Looking for a show-stopping dessert? This layered apple tarte tatin combines tender caramelized apples with a crunchy crumble base and a luscious maple mascarpone chantilly. It’s perfect for fall gatherings or special occasions!

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Prep time 30mins (50 minutes chilling)
Cook time 2hrs
Serves or Makes: 6-8 individual tartes

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For the Apple Tarte Tatin

ingredients

  • 7 tablespoons (100 ml) water
  • 1 1/2 cups (300 grams) granulated sugar, divided
  • 7 tablespoons (100 grams) unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 7-8 apples

For the Crumble Base:

ingredients

  • 2 cups (200 grams) vanilla biscuits (or graham crackers), crushed
  • 7 tablespoons (100 grams) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Pinch of sea salt

For the Maple Mascarpone Chantilly:

ingredients

  • 3/4 teaspoon (7 grams) gelatin
  • 1/4 cup (68 ml) whole milk
  • 5 1/2 tablespoons (68 grams) granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup (180 grams) mascarpone
  • 2 1/2 cups (600 ml) heavy cream

To Make the Apple Tarte Tatin:

Method

  • Step 1

    Preheat the oven to 400°F.

  • Step 2

    Make the Syrup: In a saucepan, combine the water, 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, unsalted butter, and vanilla. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat.

  • Step 3

    Peel, core, and slice the apples into thin rounds using a mandolin or knife.

  • Step 4

    Make the Caramel: In another saucepan over medium heat, gradually melt the remaining 1 cup of granulated sugar until it turns amber in color. Be careful not to stir during this process.

  • Step 5

    Assemble Tarte Tatin: Pour the caramel into the bottom of a heatproof baking dish, ensuring it covers the entire base. Let cool slightly. Layer the apple slices over the caramel, adding syrup in between layers. Repeat until all apples are used.

  • Step 6

    Cover the dish with foil and bake for 2 hours, or until the apples are tender and caramelized.

  • Step 7

    After baking, let the apples cool for 30 minutes in the freezer. Use a round or square cutter to portion the apple layers.

For the Crumble Base:

  • Step 1

    Add the biscuits to a ziplock bag and crush into fine crumbs using a rolling pin or the back of a spoon.

  • Step 2

    Mix crushed biscuits, melted butter, cinnamon, and sea salt in a bowl until fully combined.

  • Step 3

    Use a circle cutter to shape the crumble mixture into compact rounds. Freeze for 20-30 minutes until firm.

For the Maple Mascarpone Chantilly:

  • Step 1

    Place gelatin in a small bowl with cold water to bloom.

  • Step 2

    In a pan, heat the milk, sugar, maple syrup, and vanilla extract over medium heat until it boils. Remove from heat and stir in the bloomed gelatin.

  • Step 3

    In a separate bowl, mix mascarpone and heavy cream until smooth (use an immersion blender if necessary).

  • Step 4

    Slowly add the gelatin mixture to the mascarpone and cream, mixing well. Refrigerate for 1 hour to set.

  • Step 5

    After chilling, whip the mixture until soft peaks form.

To Assemble the Tarte:

  • Step 1

    Place the crumble base on the bottom, followed by the apple tarte tatin portion on top.

  • Step 2

    Pipe the maple mascarpone chantilly on top for a final touch.