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Mini Tarte Tatin

Recipe by Tom Fauconnet on InstagramAdded 1 August 2026.

10 minutes to prep, 12 to cook. Bite‑size Tarte Tatin that combine sweet caramelized shallots with honey, balsamic glaze and a crisp puff‑pastry base. A fragrant hint of Italian herbs and salty Parmesan make these warm mini tarts perfect as an elegant appetizer or a light dessert.

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Mini Tarte Tatin by Tom Fauconnet, a frame from the Instagram video

Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.

  3. Add the sliced shallots and sauté for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they become translucent and begin to soften.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Shallots turn translucent and soften. Stir occasionally so they cook evenly.

  4. Drizzle the shallots with 2 tbsp balsamic glaze, sprinkle 1 tsp Italian spices, and continue cooking for another 2 minutes so the glaze caramelizes slightly.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Balsamic glaze looks slightly syrupy. Keep stirring as it caramelizes.

  5. Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in 1 tbsp honey, mixing to coat the shallots evenly.

  6. Roll out the puff pastry sheet on the prepared baking sheet, trimming to a 20 cm square if necessary.

  7. Evenly distribute the caramelized shallot mixture over the pastry, then sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top.

  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the cheese is melted and lightly browned.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Pastry is golden and cheese lightly browned. Let the topping set briefly before cutting.

  9. Allow the mini tarts to cool on the sheet for 2–3 minutes; this helps the topping set and prevents the pastry from becoming soggy.

  10. Cut the sheet into 8–10 individual tart slices, serve warm, and enjoy.

Tips while you cook

Sauté Shallots Properly
Cook the sliced shallots for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until translucent and beginning to soften.
Let Tarts Rest Briefly
Allow the mini tarts to cool on the sheet for 2–3 minutes before cutting.
Size the Puff Pastry
Roll the puff pastry sheet to a 20 cm square to match the baking sheet before adding the topping.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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Tarte tatin, 4 ways

Four creators posted their own.

  1. Tom Fauconnet20 min7 ingr.Only this one uses balsamic glaze, italian seasoning and shallots
  2. Karl Mattias Bengtsson45 min10 ingr.Only this one uses sugar, lemon and cinnamon
  3. celeste is cooking40 min10 ingr.Only this one uses tomato, pie crust pastry and burrata
  4. Ryan Nordheimer45 min7 ingr.Only this one uses fennel, herbs and red seedless grapes
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