Apple Puff Pastry Tart with Yogurt Cream Filling
Ingredients:
- 2 sheets of puff pastry (each 250 g / 8.8 oz)
- 1 teaspoon sugar (for dusting each puff pastry sheet)
- 3 apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 3 tablespoons butter (90 g)
- 2 tablespoons sugar (45 g)
- 2 cups yogurt (480 g)
- 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml / 8 fl oz)
- 3 tablespoons condensed milk (90 g)
- 1 tablespoon agar agar (10 g / 0.35 oz)
Directions:
Prepare the first puff pastry layer:
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
Place one puff pastry sheet into a 24 cm (9.5-inch) mold, trimming the edges if necessary.
Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of sugar.
Bake for 18 minutes or until golden and puffed. Remove from the oven and let it cool.
Cook the apples:
In a medium pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the apple slices and 2 tablespoons of sugar.
Cook for about 10 minutes or until the apples are soft and caramelized. Set aside to cool.
Prepare the second puff pastry layer:
Place the second puff pastry sheet on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of sugar.
Bake for 18 minutes at 180°C (350°F) or until golden and puffed. Let it cool.
Make the yogurt cream filling:
In a saucepan, combine the yogurt, heavy cream, condensed milk, and agar agar.
Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until it begins to boil.
Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature until it starts to thicken (about 6-8 minutes).
Assemble the tart:
Place the first baked puff pastry sheet into the mold, then layer with caramelized apples.
Pour the yogurt cream mixture over the apples gradually to ensure it seals the contour well.
Refrigerate for 1 hour to set.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve chilled with a drizzle of caramel sauce or a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Pair with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for extra indulgence.
Garnish with fresh mint leaves for a touch of color and freshness.
Cooking Tips:
Use firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for a balance of sweetness and tartness.
Allow the yogurt mixture to cool slightly before pouring to prevent it from melting the pastry layers.
If the agar agar sets too quickly, reheat gently until pourable.
Nutritional Benefits:
Rich in calcium and protein from yogurt and cream.
Apples add fiber and antioxidants, supporting digestive health.
Lower in refined sugar compared to many traditional tarts.