French-style Strawberry Tart

Inspired by a the classic French dessert tarte tatin, this beautiful and elegant dessert is surprisingly easy to make. A flaky, buttery crust is filled with caramel-coated strawberries and served with crème fraîche. It's a stunning dessert that's perfect for a fancy dinner party or special occasion.

Instructions

1. 1

   Roll out the puff pastry sheet. Place a 25-centimetre (9-inch) cake tin on the sheet of puff pastry and cut around the edges.

2. 2

   Poke holes in the pastry with a fork and set aside.

3. 3

   Pre-heat the oven to 190°C (375°F).

4. 4

   Prepare the strawberries by hulling them with a straw. Set aside.

5. 5

   Pour the sugar in a large saucepan and cook over a medium heat, until the sugar has melted and reached a light brown colour.

6. 6

   Stir in the butter until melted.

7. 7

   Add the strawberries, coating evenly in the caramel.

8. 8

   Arrange the strawberries in the buttered tin, followed by the puff pastry on top.

9. 9

   Tuck the pastry down the sides of the tin.

10. 10

    Bake for 45 minutes, until the pastry is golden brown.

11. 11

    Leave to cool for 1-2 hours, then invert onto a plate.

12. 12

    Slice and serve with a spoonful of crème fraîche.

13. 13

    Enjoy!

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