Apple Puff Pastry Recipe
When it comes to cozy fall baking, nothing beats apple turnovers with puff pastry. They’re one of the easiest recipes for apples that feels elegant enough for a special occasion but simple enough for a weeknight treat. Using store-bought puff pastry, you can whip up flaky, golden layers filled with tender, cinnamon-kissed apples in no time. This kind of apple puff pastry recipe gives you that bakery-style indulgence without the fuss—perfect with a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of caramel sauce.
Servings: 8
Calories: 262kcal
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry sheet thawed
- 2 apples cored, halved, and chopped info small chunks
- ⅔ cup brown sugar
- 1 pinch salt
- Optional: Egg lightly whisked
- Optional: Powdered sugar caramel sauce, and/or ice cream for serving.
Instructions
- On a piece of parchment paper, gently open up and roll puff pastry a few times until it's about 11 x 7". Place with the shortest side facing you and imagine the pastry divided in thirds lengthways.
- Spread the apple mixture down the center “third” of the pastry, leaving about an inch at the top and bottom.
- Cut slits down either side of the puff pastry without the apples about 1" apart, and fold each piece over the apples towards the center. Give it a gentle press to secure the ends. (See video for more explanation)
- Brush with the egg and sprinkle over a little sugar. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until deep golden brown.
- Serve with caramel sauce, ice cream, or powdered sugar.
Notes
Substitutions:
- Swap pears for the apples or a combination.
- Add some cranberries for a fun Holiday Twist.
- Use granulated white sugar instead of brown sugar.
- Add cinnamon or nutmeg to the apple mixture.
- Add cream cheese to the base of the puff pastry.
How Store Baked Apple Puff Pastry?
Room temperature: If you plan to eat your apple tarts or apple puff pastry within a day, just store them in an airtight container at room temperature. They'll stay crispy and delicious for about 24 hours.Refrigerate them for longer storage. You can refrigerate them for 3 to 4 days. Just note that the puff pastry may lose its crispiness.
Nutrition
Calories: 262kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 87mg | Potassium: 92mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 25IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg
