Flaky pastry topped with Brie, caramelized apples, and caramel sauce for a crowd-pleasing autumn treat.
# Components:
→ Pastry
01 - 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed if frozen
→ Cheese
02 - 7 ounces Brie cheese, rind trimmed and sliced
→ Apples
03 - 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
04 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
05 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - Pinch salt
→ Caramel Sauce
08 - 4 tablespoons caramel sauce, store-bought or homemade
→ Garnish
09 - 2 tablespoons chopped toasted pecans or walnuts, optional
10 - Flaky sea salt, optional
# Method Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Roll out puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to remove creases. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Layer Brie slices evenly over the pastry, leaving a 3/4-inch (2 cm) border around the edges.
04 - In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add apple slices, brown sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Sauté 5 to 7 minutes until apples are softened and caramelized.
05 - Spoon caramelized apples over the Brie cheese. Fold pastry edges over, pleating as required to form a rustic border.
06 - Bake for 20 to 22 minutes, until the pastry is golden brown and cheese is bubbling.
07 - Drizzle warm tart with caramel sauce. Sprinkle with toasted nuts and flaky sea salt, if desired. Cool for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
