Tarts

• Thaw puff pastry according to package directions.
• While pastry is thawing, heat oven to 400℉/204℃.
• Line 2 sheet pans with parchment paper. Set aside.
• Make egg wash by whisking egg and water together in a small bowl. Set aside.
• Core and slice apples.
• In a large bowl, combine apples, lemon juice, brown sugar, cinnamon, cornstarch, salt, and vanilla.
• Stir until apples are completely coated. Set aside.
• Unfold one sheet of puff pastry and smooth creases.
• Cut into 6 equal rectangles.
• Repeat with second sheet.
• Place rectangles on prepared sheet pans.
• Using a small pastry brush, brush edges with egg wash.
• Fold edges in so that you have about ½-inch frame.
• Press lightly to seal.
• Brush tops of frame with egg wash.
• Spoon 1½ teaspoons apple butter in the center of each pastry and spread evenly.
• Layer apple slices on top of apple butter.
• Bake for 23 minutes, or until pastry is golden brown.