Certainly! Here’s a delightful recipe for a Plum and Marzipan Tart Tatin, a perfect dessert to indulge in during the autumn season when plums are at their peak sweetness. 🍂🥧
Plum and Marzipan Tart Tatin
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour and 10 minutes
- Servings: 4
Description
Sugar sweet chunks of molten marzipan harmonize beautifully with the sharp fruity flavor of plum in this autumn tart. Choose firm plums; if they are overripe, they will ooze too much juice and create a mess on your kitchen countertop!
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Butter |
| 1 | Light brown sugar |
| 28 | Plums |
| 4 | Marzipan |
| 1 1/2 | Puff pastry |
| 1 | TBS Water |
| Ground almonds |
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Prepare the Caramel:
- In a 28 cm tart tin, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the light brown sugar and 1 tablespoon of water.
- Cook for a few minutes, stirring constantly until lightly browned.
- Don’t worry if it looks slightly crumbly at this stage; it will come together in the oven.
- Prepare the Plums:
- Remove the tin from the heat and arrange the plums in the tin, cut side up.
- Chop the marzipan into chunks, placing a piece in the hole of each plum left by the stone.
- Sprinkle a small pile of ground almonds over each plum half.
- Prepare the Pastry:
- Roll out the puff pastry to a size about 3 cm larger than the tin all around.
- Carefully lift the pastry onto the tin and tuck it down between the plums and the inside of the tin.
- Bake the Tart:
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until the pastry is risen, crisp, and golden.
- Serve:
- Allow the tart to cool for 10 minutes in the tin.
- Place a large flat plate with a rim over the tin.
- Holding it over the sink (in case of drips), carefully invert the tart onto the plate.
- Some juice from the plums may escape, but it’s delicious, especially when served with pouring cream.
This Plum and Marzipan Tart Tatin is a delightful twist on the classic French dessert, with the sweet, nutty flavor of marzipan complementing the juicy plums perfectly. The caramelized sugar adds a lovely crunch to each bite, while the puff pastry provides a light and flaky crust. Enjoy this treat warm, with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent touch. 🍮✨
Whether you’re looking for a show-stopping dessert for a dinner party or a cozy treat for a weeknight indulgence, this tart is sure to impress with its flavors and elegant presentation. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a dessert masterpiece that will have everyone asking for seconds! 🥂🍽️
