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Air Fryer Apple Tart With Honey – A Fast, Cozy Dessert

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
  • 2 medium apples (Honeycrisp, Gala, or Granny Smith)
  • 2–3 tablespoons honey, plus more for drizzling
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (optional, for extra sweetness)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice (to keep apples bright)
  • 1 egg (for egg wash, optional)
  • All-purpose flour (light dusting for work surface)
  • Nonstick spray or parchment (air-fryer safe)

Method
 

  1. Prep the apples: Core and thinly slice the apples, about 1/8 to 1/4 inch thick. Toss with lemon juice to prevent browning.
  2. Make the honey mixture: In a small bowl, stir together honey, melted butter, cinnamon, vanilla (if using), a pinch of salt, and sugar (if using). Taste and adjust sweetness.
  3. Prep the pastry: Lightly flour a clean surface. Unfold the puff pastry and gently roll it to smooth the creases and slightly enlarge it. Aim for a rectangle that fits your air-fryer basket with a little room to spare.
  4. Create a border: Score a 1/2-inch border around the edges with a sharp knife, without cutting all the way through. This helps the edges puff up.
  5. Brush the base: Lightly brush the center (inside the border) with a thin layer of the honey mixture. Don’t soak it—just enough to coat.
  6. Layer the apples: Arrange apple slices in overlapping rows inside the border. Keep them fairly tight so every bite is apple-forward.
  7. Brush and glaze: Brush the apples with more of the honey mixture. If you like, brush the border with egg wash for extra shine.
  8. Prep the air fryer: Line the basket with air-fryer-safe parchment or lightly spray with nonstick spray. Preheat to 360°F (182°C) for 3–4 minutes.
  9. Cook the tart: Carefully transfer the assembled tart to the basket. Air fry at 360°F (182°C) for 10–14 minutes, until the pastry is golden and the apples are tender with caramelized tips. Check at the 8-minute mark to ensure the edges aren’t browning too fast.
  10. Finish with honey: Remove and immediately drizzle a little extra honey over the apples for a glossy finish. Let it cool for 5 minutes to set.
  11. Slice and serve: Cut into squares. Serve warm as-is or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.