I almost hate to admit it but “visions of sugar plums” are starting to dance in my head! Not to worry though, I haven’t abandoned autumn altogether. I again was drawn to a recipe published by one of our local grocery stores.
These apple cider tartlets looked too good to pass up. And with all the apple picking we did this year at Windward Farms it was one more reason to bake with apples. Not to mention their fresh pressed cider!
The original recipe called for shredded cheddar to be sprinkled on top before serving, but you will notice that I omitted the cheddar. Not on purpose, I was just loosing light now that our days are getting shorter, and I was rushing to get them finished so I could photograph them before all the natural light was gone! I totally broke my own rule of baking…..do not rush!
The pastry is simply frozen puff pastry sheets that have been defrosted but are still very cold. Puff pastry is something I always try to have on hand, either store bought or homemade.
Roll the sheet to 14 by 14 inches and cut into 12 equal squares.
I think these would be amazing with the cheddar on top. Often I will have a piece of good quality old cheddar with a warm piece of apple pie!
The flaky crust, and sweet apple filling drizzled with an apple cider reduction is the perfect autumn treat! Try it with some aged cheddar or even some vanilla ice cream. I really don’t think you could go wrong.
ENJOY!
The original recipe, called Apple Cider and Cheddar Tartlets can be found here!
And while we are the subject of apples, I highly recommend these Apple Pie Cupcakes.
So, tell me. Are you having a hard time keeping your mind on fall and not jumping ahead to Christmas planning?!
Jeanie @ create&babble says
Yes, I am ready to tear down the Halloween and Fall stuff and start decking the halls!
Lori @ A Bright and Beautiful Life says
These look beautiful and deliciously AMAZING!!! I love the individual servings and how the apple filling is nestled in the crust. Yummy.
Leilani says
I can just feel this tender crust crumbling perfectly in my mouth. Always in search of a good pastry recipe. 🙂
Debbie says
Oh my….these look dee-lish! Would love to have you share these at our weekly Super Saturday Link Party going on now! http://www.madefrompinterest.net
Thanks!
Deb
Maureen says
Thank you Debbie! I have gone over and linked up. Lots of great links to explore.
Foodie in WV says
These look perfect for fall! I pretty much love anything with apples, yum 🙂
Maureen says
Thank you!
Miz Helen says
Hi Maureen,
I just love your Autumn Apple Cider Tartlets, these will be perfect for entertaining. Hope you are having a great weekend and thank you so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday.
Come Back Soon!
Miz Helen
Maureen says
Thank you Miz Helen. Always a pleasure linking up and exploring all the links!
Diane Cox says
These look delicious Maureen. Too bad I’m too far away to taste them.
Ruth @ Living Well Spending Less says
Oh my word. These looks SO amazingly delicious. I will be checking out the recipe asap and more than likely making these. The pictures are gorgeous and my stomach is officially growling. 🙂 Thank you for linking up to Thrifty Thursday.
Maureen says
Thank you Ruth! Look forward to linking up again 🙂
Miz Helen says
Congratulations!
Your recipe is featured on Full Plate Thursday this week. Hope you have a great weekend and enjoy your new Red Plate.
Miz Helen
Jen {Bakerette.com} says
Hey Maureen! I featured these today at Bakerette.com from our link party you linked to last week! I’d love for you to stop by and link up more of your amazing stuff at Bakerette.
Maureen says
Wow!! I am honoured! I will definitely be back to link up again.