Description
These Apple Roses with Puff Pastry are an elegant and delicious dessert, combining crisp apples, cinnamon sugar, and flaky puff pastry into a beautiful and flavorful treat. Perfect for impressing guests or adding a special touch to any occasion, these apple roses are a stunning yet simple dessert.
Ingredients
Puff pastry (store-bought or homemade)
Apples (Granny Smith, Fuji, Gala, or Honeycrisp)
Lemon juice
Water
Cinnamon
Granulated sugar
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 190°C (370°F) and lightly grease a muffin pan.
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Prepare the apples: Slice apples thinly, leaving the skin on, and place them in a bowl with water and lemon juice to prevent browning. Microwave the apple slices for about 5 minutes until soft.
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Mix the cinnamon sugar: In a separate bowl, mix cinnamon and granulated sugar together.
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Assemble the tarts: Unfold the puff pastry and cut it into strips. Place apple slices on the pastry, overlapping them, then sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
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Roll and bake: Fold the pastry in half and roll up from one end to the other. Place each rolled pastry into the muffin tin.
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Bake for 45 minutes, covering with foil after 15 minutes to avoid over-browning.
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Let the tarts cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Storage: Best served fresh but can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for a few minutes to regain the crisp texture.
Variations: Try using pears, peaches, or berries instead of apples for a unique twist. For extra richness, add Nutella or caramel sauce inside the pastry. Swap cinnamon for nutmeg, ginger, or cardamom for different flavors.
Glaze: A light glaze made from powdered sugar and milk can add sweetness and shine.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
