Caramel Apple Puff Pastry
A delightful treat combining caramel and apples encased in flaky puff pastry, perfect for fall gatherings or cozy nights at home.
Ingredients
For the Apple Filling
- 3 medium medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp) Choose tart apples for balance with caramel.
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 package puff pastry Use thawed frozen puff pastry.
- to taste caramel sauce For drizzling before serving.
- to taste Ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven according to the puff pastry package instructions.
- Peel and slice the apples.
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon, cooking until the apples are tender.
- Roll out the puff pastry and cut it into squares.
- Place a spoonful of the caramel apple mixture in the center of each square.
- Fold the pastry over the filling and seal the edges.
- Bake until golden brown.
- Drizzle with caramel sauce before serving.
Notes
To store leftovers, let cool completely and keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for a few minutes to restore crispiness. For variations, consider adding nuts or chocolate to the filling.