Easy Caramel Apple Puff Pastries Recipe

This Easy Caramel Apple Puff Pastry recipe is a flaky and quick dessert, which is made with store-bought puff pastry and fresh apples. It’s the perfect 30-minute dessert, ready in about 40 minutes.

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Easy Caramel Apple Puff Pastries Ingredients

1 sheet puff pastry, thawed but still cold
2 apples, cored and thinly sliced
6 tablespoons granulated sugar
½ teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt
1½ tablespoons of butter, sliced into 6 thin slices
4-6 tablespoons caramel sauce
vanilla ice cream for serving, if desired

How To Make Easy Caramel Apple Puff Pastries

Prep oven and apples: Preheat your oven to 425°F. While the puff pastry is thawing, thinly slice the apples. In a small bowl, stir together the sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
Prepare the pastry: Place the sheet of puff pastry on a baking sheet and cut it into six equal rectangles. Use a fork to poke each piece a few times in the middle.
Assemble the pastries: Arrange the apple slices in a slightly overlapping line down the center of each pastry rectangle. Sprinkle each one with about a tablespoon of the cinnamon-sugar mixture and top with a thin slice of butter.
Bake and serve: Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and lightly browned. Drizzle the warm pastries with caramel sauce and serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.

Recipe Tips

What are the best apples for pastries? Firm apples that hold their shape well during baking are best. Tart apples like Granny Smith provide a nice contrast to the sweet caramel, while sweeter apples like Honeycrisp or Gala also work beautifully.
How to prevent a soggy bottom? Ensure your puff pastry is still cold when you work with it and that your oven is fully preheated. The initial blast of high heat helps the pastry to puff up quickly and create a crisp base.
Can I make these ahead of time? These pastries are at their best when served warm and fresh from the oven to enjoy the flaky texture. You can slice the apples and assemble the pastries on the baking sheet up to 30 minutes before you plan to bake them.
Can I add other spices? Absolutely. A pinch of nutmeg or allspice added to the cinnamon-sugar mixture would add an extra layer of warm, autumnal flavor.

What To Serve With Caramel Apple Puff Pastries

While delicious on their own, these warm pastries are elevated by a simple, creamy accompaniment.

A scoop of vanilla bean ice cream
A dollop of fresh whipped cream or clotted cream
A cup of hot coffee or a chai latte

How To Store Caramel Apple Puff Pastries

Room Temperature: Store any leftovers loosely covered at room temperature for up to 2 days. The puff pastry will soften over time. You can re-crisp them in a 350°F oven or an air fryer for a few minutes before serving.

Caramel Apple Puff Pastries Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1 pastry
Calories: 205kcal
Carbohydrates: 40g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 5g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Do I need to peel the apples?

This is a matter of personal preference. Leaving the skins on, especially with red apples, can add a beautiful rustic color to the finished pastries. If you prefer a softer texture, you can peel them first.

Why didn’t my puff pastry puff up?

This can happen if the pastry was not fully thawed, if it got too warm before baking, or if the oven wasn’t hot enough. Puff pastry relies on a very hot oven to create the steam that makes the layers rise and separate.

Can I use a different fruit?

Yes, this recipe is wonderful with other fruits. Thinly sliced firm pears, peaches, or plums would be fantastic substitutes.

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