Rose Caramel Apple Tartlets
These adorable individual caramel apple tartlets are the perfect indulgence for any dessert lover. They are so delicious and fun to make.
Combining the delightful flavors of caramelized apples with the beauty of apple roses, these tartlets make for an impressive and sweet treat. Let’s dive into making these delectable mini delights!
Making Rose Caramel Apple Tartlets
These caramel apple tartlets with apple roses will surely be a show-stopper at any gathering or celebration.
The luscious caramelized apple filling, complemented by the visual beauty of apple roses, makes for a dessert that is as delightful to look at as it is to savor.
Enjoy the sweet charm of these apple tartlets as you share them with family and friends, or indulge in their deliciousness on your own!
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How to Make Apple Roses
Making apple roses is a fun and creative way to decorate desserts and add an elegant touch to your baked goods.
Here are the Steps to Make Apple Roses:
Ingredients:
- 2-3 medium-sized red apples (Honeycrisp or Gala work well)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons apricot preserves or apple jelly
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions:
Prepare the Apples
- Wash the apples thoroughly and slice them in half. Remove the core and seeds from each half.
- Using a sharp knife or a mandolin slicer, cut very thin slices of apple. The slices should be about 1/8 inch thick.
Create the Apple Rose Petals:
- Combine the lemon juice, apricot preserves (or apple jelly), and water in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat the mixture in the microwave for about 30 seconds until it becomes slightly warm and runny.
- Place the apple slices in the bowl with the preserves mixture and toss gently to coat the slices. This step helps prevent the apples from browning and adds a hint of sweetness and flavor.
- Microwave the Apple Slices (Optional):
- To make the apple slices more pliable and easier to work with, you can microwave them for about 20-30 seconds. This step is optional but helpful, especially if your apple slices are thicker.
Assemble the Apple Roses:
- Take one apple slice and lay it flat on your work surface.
- Starting at one end, gently roll the slice up into a tight spiral, creating the center of the rose.
- Continue adding more apple slices around the center, one at a time, ensuring each new slice overlaps the previous one slightly. The curved edge of the apple slice should be facing up to resemble rose petals.
- If necessary, dab a little extra preserves mixture or water on the end of the last apple slice to help it stick to the rest of the rose.
- Carefully place the completed apple rose into a muffin tin, a tartlet shell, or directly onto your baking sheet to hold its shape while baking.
Bake (Optional):
- If you’re using the apple roses to decorate a pie or tart, you can bake them along with the pastry. If used as a garnish, baking is optional.
- I made the caramel apple filling for this tart, added them to the tart shells, and topped them with the apple roses.
Apple roses make stunning garnishes for pies, tarts, cupcakes, or cakes. They are visually appealing and add a delicate apple flavor to your sweet treats.
Enjoy creating these beautiful apple roses, and impress your family and friends with your baking skills!
Now, let’s use these roses to make Caramel Apple Tartlets.
Rose Caramel Apple Tartlet
These caramel apple tartlets with apple roses are sure to be a show-stopper at any gathering or celebration. The luscious caramelized apple filling, complemented by the visual beauty of apple roses, makes for a dessert that is as delightful to look at as it is to savor.
Ingredients
- For the Pastry Crust:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2-3 tablespoons ice water
- For the Caramelized Apple Filling:
- 3-4 medium-sized apples (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith work well), peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- For the Apple Roses:
- 2-3 medium-sized red apples (Honeycrisp or Gala work well)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons apricot preserves or apple jelly
- 1 tablespoon water
- For the Caramelized Drizzle:
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce or powdered sugar
Instructions
Prepare the Pastry Crust:
- In a food processor, combine the flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Add the cold cubed butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, and continue pulsing until the dough comes together and forms a ball.
- Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Prepare the Caramelized Apple Filling:
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the brown sugar, heavy cream, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add the thinly sliced apples to the skillet and toss them gently to coat them evenly with the caramel sauce.
- Cook the apples for 5-7 minutes, or until they are slightly softened and caramelized. Remove the skillet from the heat and set it aside to cool.
Prepare the Apples:
- Wash the apples thoroughly and slice them in half. Remove the core and seeds from each half.
- Using a sharp knife or a mandolin slicer, cut very thin slices of apple. The slices should be about 1/8 inch thick.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the lemon juice, apricot preserves (or apple jelly), and water. Heat the mixture in the microwave for about 30 seconds until it becomes slightly warm and runny.
- Place the apple slices in the bowl with the preserves mixture and toss gently to coat the slices. This step helps prevent the apples from browning and adds a hint of sweetness and flavor.
- To make the apple slices more pliable and easier to work with, you can microwave them for about 20-30 seconds. This step is optional but can be helpful, especially if your apple slices are thicker.
- Take one apple slice and lay it flat on your work surface.
- Starting at one end, gently roll the slice up into a tight spiral, creating the center of the rose.
- Continue adding more apple slices, one at a time, around the center, ensuring each new slice overlaps the previous one slightly. The curved edge of the apple slice should be facing up to resemble rose petals.
- If necessary, you can dab a little extra preserves mixture or water on the end of the last apple slice to help it stick to the rest of the rose.
Assemble the Individual Caramel Apple Tartlets:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and lightly grease a muffin tin or use individual tartlet pans.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled pastry dough to about 1/8 inch thickness. Cut out circles or squares slightly larger than the size of each muffin cup or tartlet pan.
- Gently press the pastry circles or squares into each cup or tartlet pan, ensuring the bottom and sides are well-covered.
- Pre-bake the pastry shells in the oven for 12 minutes. Let cool.
Fill the Tartlets:
- Spoon a small amount of the caramelized apple filling into each pastry-lined cup or tartlet pan, filling them about two-thirds full.
- Add the Apple Roses:
- Place one or more apple roses on top of the caramelized apple filling in each tartlet.
Bake the Caramel Apple Tartlets:
- Bake the tartlets in the preheated oven for 20-35 minutes, or until the pastry turns golden brown and the apples are tender. The baking time varies based on the muffin tin you use.
- Allow the tartlets to cool slightly before serving. Drizzle each tartlet with a spoonful of caramel sauce or powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness and indulgence.
Notes
These individual caramel apple tartlets with apple roses are best served warm. Enjoy the delightful combination of caramelized apples, flaky pastry, and the beauty of apple roses in every delectable bite!
These individual caramel apple tartlets with apple roses are best served warm.
Enjoy the delightful combination of caramelized apples, flaky pastry, and the beauty of apple roses in every delectable bite!
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These look amazing!
So fun and tasty! Thanks so much Sara 🥰
Those apple treats look like a work of art! Pinned!
Omg thank you! So fun to make 🙌🏻
Your apple tartlet dessert came out so beautifully!
Thanks so much Janine 🥰 your pie looks incredible!
These apple roses look almost too good to eat…almost!!! You made making the roses look easy, this is something I definitely want to try and make!
Haha almost is right! You have to try it Heidi it’s so fun! 🙌🏻🥰
Leslie, please send me a new post request as your posts are not coming in all the way. Thanks so much, Heidi ([email protected] The leaves I could not were beautiful
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Love the way you break things down. Very easy to understand.