Maple Glazed Apple Tarts with Homemade Puff Pastry
I’ve had this yearning to make puff pastry…I’m not sure why, as I can buy an excellent, all butter one at the market about 5 minutes from my doorstep. Well, maybe the $11.99 for 14 ounces has something to do with it.
I invited my friends over one morning to compare my homemade puff pastry to the delicious Dufour brand. We made these delectable pinwheels for the taste test. Next, I demonstrated this apple tart with my homemade version. The recipe was designed for breakfast, but I had to have a couple slices after dinner. The apples, cream cheese and flaky pastry combination glazed with maple syrup was nothing short of fabulous.
There is a name brand puff pastry that’s available to almost all of us..but it doesn’t contain a speck of real butter. It’s OK in a pinch, but your results will be far superior with a premium brand…check the label the next time you’re shopping or, even better, mix up a batch for yourself.
27 Comments on “Maple Glazed Apple Tarts with Homemade Puff Pastry”
Wow, your apple tart looks absolutely stunning! Homemade puff pastry!? You are definitely a professional! I’ve never attempt to make one myself yet…hm…maybe I should especially after you mention the ingredients in the commercial ones. I’ll check the label next time.
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Puff pastry turns out such lovely tarts. Nom!
Thanks, Brittany!!! Same to you~
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Oh Lizzy!! This looks gorgeous!!
Happy Sunday! 🙂
xo Brittany
Thank you so much, my friends!!! I appreciate your sweet comments!!! Happy Sunday~
you are a superstar for making homemade puff pastry! looks delicious!
hhhmmmm…. looks inviting.. I always love apple pie!
That is wonderful. I bet your baked goods are a major draw at the family table. I would buy them if I was anywhere near you! 🙂
That looks absolutely delicious, your tart looks so perfect.
Lizzy-I’m not surprised that you made home made puff pastry…I’m totally awed!
Nothing beats home made puff pastry…there is no comparison to the taste and quality of a flaky, buttery goodnes.
Such a beautiful, and perfect creation, I can imagine, how it was all gone in no time!
Oh my, this looks intense. I think the cream cheese takes this pastry to the next level. Wow.
i try to avoid baking puff pastry since i hate the store bought one but never made my own. your recipe tempts me. and combining it with some apples and maple syrup is so hard to resist.
have a wonderful Friday Lizzy
Might I say I am also pleased to meet you, via the Chef Dennis Guest Post! Lovely blog and happy to be a follower!
Im loving the layer of goodness right below the apples. The cream cheese and sugar… mmm
delicious pastries
looks wonderful
Thanks, everyone! This is really easy using store bought puff pastry…hope you will all get a chance to try it 🙂
Absolutely gorgeous tarts! They look beautiful and crispy- I would love to have one with a cup of tea!
xx,
Tammy
Your apple tart looks delicious!! I wish I had a slice right now to munch on!
I’m doing a happy dance for this recipe. Oh this just looks divine!!
Brandie
You’ve done a wonderful job here. The tarts look beautiful and they sound delicious.I suspect they’ll be moving from your kitchen to mine in no time at all. I hope you have a great day. Blessings…Mary
Oh, wow, I can see my family gobbling this right down. Fantastic blend of ingredients!
I love making puff pastry…something about handling tons of butter gets me excited….
Bravo on homemade puff pastry! Bet it’s absolutely divine. Love the look of the apple tarts too. Gosh – maple glaze, too. Why are you torturing us like this? I want to taste it NOW…
Easy but looks good and im sure tastes good 🙂
Very impressive Lizzy!
This really looks delicious!
I have loved working with puff pastry ever since I made a Galette des Rois. So, homemade would be really fun to try! Great post!