Caramel Apple Puff Pastry
A delightful dessert featuring warm spiced apples enveloped in flaky puff pastry and drizzled with sweet caramel.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 250kcal
Ingredients
Apple Filling
- 2 large apples, peeled and diced Use a mix of Granny Smith and Honeycrisp for depth of flavor.
- 2 tablespoons butter Melted for cooking the apple filling.
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon flour To thicken the apple mixture.
Pastry
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1 egg for egg wash Beaten for brushing on pastry.
- Caramel sauce store-bought or homemade For drizzling on top.
- Powdered sugar for dusting
- Whipped cream for serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, add the diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the apples soften, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the flour to thicken the mixture slightly, then remove it from the heat.
- Roll out your thawed puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface and cut it into 6 rectangles or squares.
Baking
- Brush the tops of each pastry piece with the beaten egg to give them a beautiful golden finish while baking.
- Place the puff pastry on the lined baking sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until puffed up and golden brown.
- Once baked, allow the pastries to cool slightly. Carefully cut the middle out of each pastry, creating a small 'well' for the filling.
Assembly
- Spoon the warm apple filling into the center of each pastry.
- Drizzle generously with caramel sauce, and dust with powdered sugar and add a dollop of whipped cream.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Best reheated in the oven. Customize flavors with additional spices or lemon juice.