Mini apple and cinnamon tarts
Delicious Recipe: Mini Apple and Cinnamon Tarts
If you're looking for a fragrant and delicious breakfast, these mini apple and cinnamon tarts are the perfect choice! These pastries will delight you with their inviting aroma and crunchy texture, and the recipe is simple, ideal for any cooking enthusiast. From this amount, you will get 24 pastries, perfect to enjoy alongside a cup of tea or coffee. Let's begin the culinary adventure!
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Baking time: 25 minutes
Total time: 55 minutes
Number of servings: 24
Ingredients
For the tart crust:
- 175 g cold butter
- 1 egg
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 packet of vanilla (or 1 tablespoon vanilla extract)
- 50 g oat flour
- 200 g wheat flour
- A handful of flour for dusting
- A bit of starch for rolling out the dough
For the apple filling:
- 10 large apples (choose sweet and fragrant ones, such as Golden or Granny Smith)
- Brown sugar (1 cup)
- Cinnamon (to taste)
- Powdered sugar for decoration
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Preparing the Oat Flour: Start by putting the oats in a blender. Grind them until you get a fine flour. This will give a unique texture to your pastries.
2. Mixing the Ingredients for the Dough: Grate the cold butter on a large grater. In a large bowl, mix the butter with the egg, the 3 tablespoons of brown sugar, and the vanilla. Add the oat flour and wheat flour, mixing well until you obtain a homogeneous dough.
3. Chilling the Dough: Form a ball from the dough and lightly flour the work surface. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and place it in the fridge for about 30 minutes. This step is essential for achieving a crunchy texture.
4. Preparing the Apples: In the meantime, wash and peel the apples. Grate 5 apples on a large grater (for the filling) and slice the other 5 apples thinly. The slices will add a pleasant texture to the pastries.
5. Rolling Out the Dough: Once the dough has chilled, sprinkle a bit of starch on the baking sheet (or flour if you don't have starch). Roll out the dough with a rolling pin, being careful not to make it too thin. It should be about 0.5 cm thick.
6. Forming the Mini Tarts: Using a glass, cut circles from the dough and place them in the muffin tins. Make sure the edges are raised to hold the filling.
7. Adding the Apples: Line the walls of the mini tarts with the apple slices. In the center, place the grated apples, and sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon on top, to taste. Here you can also add chopped nuts for an extra texture and flavor.
8. Baking: Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius on the pastry setting. Bake the mini tarts for 25 minutes until they become golden and crunchy.
9. Cooling and Decorating: Once the tarts are ready, let them cool slightly in the molds. Use a spoon to gently remove them onto a rack. Finally, dust them with powdered vanilla sugar for an elegant look and a sweet taste.
Helpful Tip
If you want to add a personal touch, you can try enriching the filling with some raisins or dried cranberries, which pair wonderfully with the apples and cinnamon. You can also use different types of brown sugar (like muscovado or coconut sugar) to achieve a distinct flavor.
Nutritional Benefits
These mini tarts are an excellent source of nutrients, thanks to the apples, which contain fiber and essential vitamins, while the oat flour brings antioxidants and proteins. Oats are known for their beneficial properties on digestion, and cinnamon has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can I use other fruits?
Yes, you can experiment with other seasonal fruits, such as pears or peaches, to add a fresh note to your recipe.
2. How can I store the mini tarts?
Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days. You can also freeze them, but make sure to wrap them well to prevent freezer burn.
3. What can they be served with?
These mini tarts pair perfectly with a warm drink, such as herbal tea or flavored coffee, but they can also be a wonderful dessert after a family dinner.
In conclusion, mini apple and cinnamon tarts are not just a delicious recipe, but also a way to bring joy to every morning. Don't forget to enjoy every step of the cooking process and share these delights with your loved ones! Enjoy your meal!
Ingredients: Tart crust: 175g butter, 1 egg, 3 tablespoons brown sugar, vanilla, 50g oatmeal flour, 200g flour, a handful of flour for dusting, a little starch for rolling out the dough. Apple filling: 10 large apples, cinnamon, powdered sugar for decoration, brown sugar (a cup).
