Air Fryer Mini Caramelized Apple Tart
A delicious, crispy mini tart featuring caramelized, cinnamon-spiced apples. Prepared in just minutes using an air fryer, it offers the perfect balance of convenience and indulgence. Ideal for quick snacks or a light dessert.
🛒 Ingredients
2 servings
- 7 oz shortcrust or puff pastry
- 2 medium Gala apples, peeled and sliced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Granulated sugar (for finishing)
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- 1
Prepare your tart mold (3-4 inches) to ensure it fits inside your air fryer.
- 2
Roll out the pastry and trim it slightly larger than the mold. Line the mold with the pastry and prick the base with a fork.
- 3
In a skillet, caramelize the sliced apples in the butter with the brown sugar and cinnamon for 3-4 minutes.
- 4
Pour the caramelized apple mixture onto the prepared pastry base.
- 5
Brush the edges of the tart with the beaten egg and sprinkle with granulated sugar.
- 6
Drizzle the honey over the apples for extra shine.
- 7
Bake at 355°F in the air fryer for 12-15 minutes until the pastry is golden and crispy.
- 8
Let cool for 2 minutes before unmolding and serving.
💡 Chef's Tip
For a more caramelized texture, pre-bake the pastry shell alone for 3-4 minutes before adding the filling. You can prepare the caramelized apples in advance to save time in the kitchen.
