Plum tarte Tatin

This simple, cinnamon-scented dessert is comforting and warming on autumn days.

Yield: 1 tart. Assumed pan diameter: 24 cm.

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Plum tarte Tatin
Preparation · estimate20-25 min
Oven30-35 min
Preparation + oven · estimate50-60 min

Method

  1. Halve and stone the plums, then mix with the cinnamon and lemon juice. Melt the sugar in a frying pan without stirring until it turns amber. Gradually add the cold butter and a pinch of salt.

  2. Arrange the plums tightly over the caramel and sprinkle with chopped chocolate. Cover with the cold puff pastry, pressing the edges down carefully. Cut a hole in the centre and prick the pastry with a fork.

  3. Bake for 30–35 minutes at 200°C, conventional top-and-bottom heat. Wait 15 minutes after baking, cover the pan with a plate and confidently invert the tart. Serve slightly warm.

Good to know

  • For easier caramel, add a teaspoon of water to the sugar. If the caramel separates when adding the butter, add a teaspoon of hot water and mix again; it should become smooth.

Equipment
  • frying pan / skillet · 24 cm
  • plate
  • fork

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