Description

Indulge in the delightful fusion of flaky pastry, tender apples, and rich caramel with these Caramel Apple Puff Pastries. Perfect for cozy gatherings or festive celebrations, each bite transports you to warm autumn days filled with cherished memories. Easy to make and visually stunning, these pastries are sure to impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

Scale

1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
2 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled and sliced
1/2 cup caramel sauce
1 tsp cinnamon
1 egg + 1 tbsp water (for egg wash)

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a bowl, toss sliced apples with cinnamon.
Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick.
Cut the pastry into squares or rectangles, placing apple slices in the center of each piece. Drizzle with caramel sauce.
Fold corners to seal each pastry tightly.
Brush with egg wash for a golden finish.
Bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Cool slightly before serving warm, optionally drizzled with extra caramel or served with vanilla ice cream.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 pastry (50g)
Calories: 200
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating nutmeg or using chocolate sauce instead of caramel. Ensure apples are not too moist to prevent sogginess.